Subanesthetic Ketamine Infusion Therapy: A Retrospective Analysis of a Novel Therapeutic Approach to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

2004267 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Graeme E. Correll · Mackay Base Hospital

Ronald E. Harbut · Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Abstract

This retrospective review suggests that limited subanesthetic inpatient infusions of ketamine may offer a promising therapeutic option in the treatment of appropriately selected patients with intractable CRPS. More study is needed to further establish the safety and efficacy of this novel approach.

Topics & Keywords

Treatment of Major Depression Pain Management and Treatment Pain Mechanisms and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Pain Medicine

Volume 5, Issue 3, pp. 263-275

DOI: 10.1111/j.1526-4637.2004.04043.x

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