Hyperalgesia and myoclonus with intrathecal infusion of high-dose morphine.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We report the case of a patient who developed myoclonus and hyperalgesia following administration of high-dose subarachnoid morphine. This complication occurred with 40-80 mg/day continuous infusion. The pathophysiology of these side effects is discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Hyperalgesia
- Morphine
- Myoclonus