Thalamic nuclei in patients with chronic facial pain: gray matter volume patterns before and after surgery
Pashkov Anton,
Filimonova Elena,
Zaitsev Boris
et al.
Abstract:Trigeminal neuralgia is a prevalent chronic pain disorder characterized by recurring episodes of intense facial pain, which significantly impairs patients’ quality of life. MRI-based biomarkers have consistently demonstrated their ability to predict pain intensity and treatment outcomes. However, most studies have primarily focused on the trigeminal system, disregarding the extensive neural reorganization that occurs throughout the brain in response to chronic pain. In this study, we aimed to examine the thala… Show more
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