2024 Spasticity Management 101 - Treatment Modalities-Emergent Management of ITB Therapy: Overdose and Withdrawal

Emergent Management of ITB Therapy: Overdose and Withdrawal

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Video Summary

The video covers the management of intrathecal baclofen therapy, specifically addressing baclofen overdose and withdrawal. It emphasizes the importance of evaluating other potential causes for increased spasticity and mental status changes before blaming intrathecal baclofen. The speaker outlines the steps for evaluating the pump system and suggests potential interventions for baclofen overdose and withdrawal. Symptoms and treatments for each condition are discussed, with admission and monitoring in a hospital setting being necessary for severe withdrawal symptoms. The video concludes by highlighting the importance of resuming intrathecal baclofen therapy as the ultimate treatment for withdrawal and interrupting the delivery of intrathecal baclofen for managing overdose.

Keywords

intrathecal baclofen

baclofen overdose

baclofen withdrawal

spasticity management

pump system evaluation