Trigeminal neuralgia
Stephania Bohórquez-Valderrama1, Maria Elena Santillán2, Matias Sebastian Corzo², Carlos Federico Buonanotte2, Lucas Hector Bonamico3
¹Foundation Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colômbia ²National Hospital of Clinics, Córdoba, Argentina ³FLENI, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Background
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic neuropathic pain disorder characterized by recurrent, severe, unilateral facial pain in the distribution of one or more branches of the trigeminal nerve.
Discussion
Although its prevalence is relatively low, TN remains one of the most debilitating pain syndromes due to its intensity and unpredictable nature. This review aims to summarize current knowledge on the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and management of trigeminal neuralgia, including both pharmacological and surgical options.
Conclusions
Trigeminal neuralgia remains a challenging condition requiring an individualized, multidisciplinary approach.