Radiofrequency Versus Percutaneous Balloon Compression for Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis | Synapse
February 11, 2026Open Access
Radiofrequency Versus Percutaneous Balloon Compression for Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Key Points
To compare the effectiveness of radiofrequency and percutaneous balloon compression in treating trigeminal neuralgia.
Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing studies
Pooled superiority analyses were performed for various endpoints
Focused on outcomes related to trigeminal neuralgia treatment effectiveness
RF and PBC demonstrated broadly comparable outcomes for several treatment endpoints
Results should not imply formal equivalence or non-inferiority between the two methods
Abstract
Based on pooled superiority analyses, RF and PBC showed broadly comparable outcomes for several endpoints; however, these findings should not be interpreted as formal equivalence or non-inferiority.