Abstract
This study was undertaken to determine the efficacy of intrathecal baclofen therapy in patients who suffer spasticity after a stroke. This case involves a 64-yr-old woman whose thrombotic strokes resulted in severe left-upper and lower-limb spasticity. The patient achieved substantial functional gains as well as improved ease of care, quality of life, and cessation of narcotic use.
MeSH terms
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Baclofen / administration & dosage
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Baclofen / therapeutic use*
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Female
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Humans
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Infusion Pumps, Implantable
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Injections, Spinal
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Middle Aged
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Muscle Relaxants, Central / administration & dosage
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Muscle Relaxants, Central / therapeutic use*
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Muscle Spasticity / drug therapy*
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Muscle Spasticity / etiology*
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Quality of Life
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Stroke / complications*
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Treatment Outcome*
Substances
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Muscle Relaxants, Central
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Baclofen