Hypogastric Plexus Block and Ganglion Impar Block for Cervical and Endometrial Cancer Pain Management: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Efficacy and Safety
This study compared the efficacy and safety of superior hypogastric plexus block and ganglion impar block procedures on the management of pelvic and perineal cancer pain in patients with cervical and endometrial cancer
• Unbearable cancer pain that is resistant to WHO (World Health Organization) pain ladder at least 2 weeks medication
• The patient is tired of taking medication orally or complications of current medication (respiratory depression, nausea, vomiting, opioid-induced constipation, gastrointestinal disturbances)
• Patients with pelvic floor pain diagnosed by a (Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice) FIPP-certified pain specialist
• Patients with pain in the perineum diagnosed by a FIPP-certified pain specialist
• Numerical Rating Scale \>4
• \>18 years old
• Able and willing to sign an informed consent