Key result
Spinal cord stimulation provides symptom relief equivalent to surgical therapy for chronic refractory angina pectoris, with fewer complications and lower rehospitalization rates.
Why the study?
Does spinal cord stimulation improve symptoms and quality of life in patients with chronic refractory angina pectoris?
Population
Patients with chronic refractory angina pectoris, often with advanced coronary artery disease, multiple…
Comparison
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) vs Surgical therapy
Design
Review
Authors
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Supports SCS as alternative for refractory angina; leaves open need for RCTs to confirm equivalence.
Does spinal cord stimulation improve symptoms and quality of life in patients with chronic refractory angina pectoris?
Spinal cord stimulation is a safe and effective neuromodulation option for long-term symptom relief in patients with refractory angina pectoris.
Eckert et al. (2009) conducted a review in Refractory angina pectoris. Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) vs. Surgical therapy was evaluated. Spinal cord stimulation provides symptom relief equivalent to surgical therapy for chronic refractory angina pectoris, with fewer complications and lower rehospitalization rates.
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