Chronic Pain Related to the Anatomic Location of Implantable Pulse Generators (IPG)

Overview

About this study

The goal of this study is to determine if the anatomic location of IPG placement site is associated with chronic device-related pain in patients with permanently implanted neuromodulation systems.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • All patients who underwent surgical implantation of a neuromodulation system at Northwestern Medicine  and other collaborating sites (Mayo-Rochester, University of Chicago) between Jan 1, 2010 and December 31, 2015.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Susan Moeschler, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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