In reply: methodological arguments against evidence synthesis of implantable peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic pain

We thank Hakim and Narouze[1][1] for their interest in our systematic review[2][2] examining implantable peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) for chronic pain. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are challenging undertakings, and we appreciate their insights; however, there are several noteworthy

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Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine
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2026-05-28
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https://doi.org/10.1136/rapm-2026-108032
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Pain Management and Treatment
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In reply: methodological arguments against evidence synthesis of implantable peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic pain

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In reply: methodological arguments against evidence synthesis of implantable peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic pain

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Abstract

We thank Hakim and Narouze[1][1] for their interest in our systematic review[2][2] examining implantable peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) for chronic pain. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are challenging undertakings, and we appreciate their insights; however, there are several noteworthy

Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine
Mayo Clinic (US), The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 6%
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