Title
The Sphenopalatine Ganglion: Anatomy, Pathophysiology, and Therapeutic Targeting in Headache
Publication Date
2016
Journal Title
Headache
Abstract
The sphenopalatine ganglion (SPG) has attracted the interest of practitioners treating head and face pain for over a century because of its anatomical connections and role in the trigemino-autonomic reflex. In this review, we discuss the anatomy of the SPG, as well as what is known about its role in the pathophysiology of headache disorders, including cluster headache and migraine. We then address various therapies that target the SPG, including intranasal medication delivery, new SPG blocking catheter devices, neurostimulation, chemical neurolysis, and ablation procedures.
Volume Number
56
Issue Number
2
Pages
240-58
Document Type
Article
EPub Date
2015/12/01
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Neurology
PMID
26615983
DOI
10.1111/head.12729
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