Conscious Sedation Using Dexmedetomidine During Surgical Paddle Lead Placement Improves Outcome in Spinal Cord Stimulation: A Case Series of 25 Consecutive Patients.

Implantation of spinal cord stimulation electrodes through a surgical laminectomy using dexmedetomidine is a safe and feasible procedure with adequate comfort for patient and surgeon. This way of working increases the optimal position of the electrode resulting in the most convenient stimulation pattern and avoiding revisions.