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TFESI and Neuropathic Pain in Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

Sponsor: Marmara University • ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07799155

Registry updated: 2026-09-02

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Description

Patients with lumbosacral radiculopathy frequently experience neuropathic pain due to nerve root compression. Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI) is commonly used for pain relief in these patients. This study aims to evaluate the effect of TFESI on neuropathic pain severity using the Neuropathic Pain Scale (NPS) in patients with lumbosacral radiculopathy. Clinical outcomes before and after the procedure will be compared.

Interventions

Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections (Procedure)
Transforaminal epidural steroid injection will be performed under fluoroscopic guidance for the treatment of lumbosacral radiculopathy.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years and older * Patients diagnosed with lumbosacral radiculopathy based on clinical evaluation and lumbar MRI findings * Presence of neuropathic pain symptoms associated with lumbosacral radiculopathy * Patients scheduled to undergo transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI) * Patients able to understand and complete the study questionnaires and scales * Voluntary written informed consent provided Exclusion Criteria: * Previous lumbar spinal surgery * Cauda equina syndrome or progressive neurological deficit * Spinal malignancy, infection, or acute vertebral fracture * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Coagulation disorders or current anticoagulant therapy contraindicating injection procedures * Known allergy to contrast agents, local anesthetics, or corticosteroids * Severe uncontrolled systemic disease * Cognitive impairment preventing completion of assessment scales * Patients unwilling to participate or unable to attend follow-up visits

Conditions

Lumbosacral Radiculopathy Neuropathic Pain From Lumbosacral Radiculopathy Disc Herniation With Radiculopathy

Locations

Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation" — Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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