Abstract
This report describes the use of a transcutaneous nerve stimulator for the treatment of severe angina pectoris in a young man refractory to maximal medical management after coronary angioplasty and coronary bypass surgery. Its successful use resulted in a marked clinical improvement and an impressive reduction in hospitalizations and other utilization of health care resources. Consideration for use of a transcutaneous nerve stimulator should be given in similar patients when all other accepted medical and surgical treatment modalities fail to provide adequate pain control.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 408-411 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Angiology |
Volume | 41 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1990 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine