Abstract
A programmable baclofen pump was implanted in 7 patients for relief of severe spasticity. The patients experienced improvement in bladder and sphincter function. This system would seem to be of value in improving lower urinary tract function in patients with diseases that produce marked spasticity.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Baclofen / administration & dosage*
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Female
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Humans
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Infusion Pumps
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Injections, Spinal
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Male
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Morphine / administration & dosage
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Muscle Spasticity / drug therapy*
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Myelitis, Transverse / complications
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Spinal Cord Injuries / complications
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Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / drug therapy*
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Urinary Catheterization
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Urodynamics