Sanjaya, Ardo
(2020)
Meralgia Paresthetica: Finding an Effective Cure.
Postgraduade Medicine, 132 (1).
ISSN 1941-9260
Abstract
Meralgia Paresthetica (MP) is one of the most common mononeuropathies of the lower limb. MP usually
resolves on its own, even without treatment. However, many physicians are not aware of this diagnosis
and may confuse patients with another nerve disease such as radiculopathies. Although no motor
symptoms are associated with this condition, the sensory dysfunctions are potentially debilitating to
patients. The variable course of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve also complicates treatments. Thus,
the author recommends the use of ultrasonography to help locate the nerve. Many treatments for MP
are available, but they are supported only by moderate to low-quality evidence. Treatments range from
conservative to interventions using nerve blocks and surgery. Without a clear superiority of any
treatment, the author concludes that treatment should be done in a stepwise fashion, from the
noninvasive to the more invasive treatment if symptoms persist.
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