Together, we can make a difference. Introduction Neurolytic blocks are the oldest form of gangliolysis. Glycerol or pure alcohol is injected near locally or at least causes a lesion on it. This variant appears to be going out of style in treating TN, since the side effects, especially numbing, can be difficult to control. No information on neurolytic blocks for TN has been found on the Web.
Some related articles are, however, available.
Discusses nerve blocks, including both neurolytic and non-destructive blocks. The information is related to cancer pain, but is also applicable generally. I developed TN when I was 28 yrs of age. I have a wonderful physician whom has been my neurosurgeon for 14 yrs. The surgeon's skill often makes the difference in what the patient is offered.