Standard work tools for managing pediatric baclofen pump infections and withdrawal.
| Authors | Jain Rishi, Weiss Benjamin E, Snider Elizabeth, Mossner James M, Raskin Jeffrey S |
|---|---|
| Journal | Childs Nerv Syst |
| Published | 2026 Mar 21 |
| PMID | 41863662 |
| DOI | 10.1007/s00381-026-07219-7 |
| Source | PubMed |
| Digest | Digest #1 |
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) pumps are essential for managing spasticity and dystonia in children; however, they carry risks of hardware infection, withdrawal syndrome, and emergent failure. Management of these complications remains variable across institutions, and no unified, pediatric-specific workflow exists to date. We sought to develop and implement standard work tools (SWTs) to guide the evaluation and treatment of ITB pump infection and withdrawal in pediatric patients. METHODS:...