Intrathecal pump
Intrathecal Pump
The Intrathecal Pump (pronounced in-tra-thee-kal pump) is a medical device used to deliver medications directly into the spinal cord's intrathecal space.
Etymology
The term "Intrathecal" is derived from the Greek words "intra," meaning "within," and "theca," meaning "a sheath." The term "pump" is derived from the Middle Dutch word "pompe," meaning "water conduit, pipe."
Description
The Intrathecal Pump is a programmable, battery-operated device that is surgically implanted under the skin, typically in the abdomen. It consists of a pump and a catheter. The pump stores and releases the prescribed medication, while the catheter carries the medication from the pump to the intrathecal space in the spinal cord.
Usage
The Intrathecal Pump is primarily used for pain management in patients with chronic pain conditions, such as cancer pain, spasticity, and multiple sclerosis. It can also be used to deliver chemotherapy drugs directly to the spinal cord in patients with certain types of cancer.
Related Terms
- Spinal Cord: The part of the central nervous system that is enclosed within the vertebral column and communicates with the brain.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
- Spasticity: A condition in which certain muscles are continuously contracted.
- Multiple Sclerosis: A chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, particularly the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves.
- Chemotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intrathecal pump
- Wikipedia's article - Intrathecal pump
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