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World J Clin Cases. Jul 26, 2024; 12(21): 4770-4776
Published online Jul 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i21.4770
Percutaneous cervical cordotomy for managing refractory pain in a patient with a Pancoast tumor: A case report
Kuan-Yu Lu, Feng-Sheng Lin, Chia-Shiang Lin, Hsuan-Chih Lao
Kuan-Yu Lu, Chia-Shiang Lin, Hsuan-Chih Lao, Department of Anesthesiology, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei 10449, Taiwan
Feng-Sheng Lin, Department of Anesthesiology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei 10002, Taiwan
Chia-Shiang Lin, Department of Anesthesiology, Shuang-Ho Hospital, Taipei 23561, Taiwan
Hsuan-Chih Lao, Institute of Brain Science, College of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei 11203, Taiwan
Hsuan-Chih Lao, Department of Medicine, MacKay Medical College, Taipei 23245, Taiwan
Author contributions: Lu KY, Lin FH, Lin CS, and Lao HC participated in the clinical treatment of the patient; Lu KY and Lao HC wrote the manuscript; All authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Hsuan-Chih Lao, MSc, Chief physician, Director, Department of Anesthesiology, MacKay Memorial Hospital, No. 92 Sec.2, Zhongshan N. Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei 10449, Taiwan. hclao4799@gmail.com
Received: March 26, 2024
Revised: May 15, 2024
Accepted: May 30, 2024
Published online: July 26, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Percutaneous cervical cordotomy provides a valuable alternative for the management of intractable cancer-related pain resistant to analgesics. The presented case involves a patient with advanced bronchogenic carcinoma experiencing severe upper limb pain and restricted range of motion. Conscious sedation ensures a comfortable and safe procedure. After cordotomy, the patient experienced relief from cancer-related pain without relying on opioids, significantly improving his quality of life.