Overview

The goal of this observational study is to learn about sodium channel (Nav) mutations in patients with the Anterior Cutaneous Nerve Entrapment Syndrome (ACNES). This study will give more insight into the pathophysiology of ACNES, which is still largely unknown.

The primary objective is to determine if there are mutations of Nav1.7 and Nav1.8 in patients with ACNES. Therefore, one blood sample will be drawn, in which the mutations will be analyzed.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

        In order to be eligible to participate in this study, a subject must be diagnosed with
        ACNES and receive treatment at our outpatient clinic. Additionally, subject has to meet one
        of the following criteria:
          -  Known to have a first- or second-degree relative with ACNES;
          -  Have more than one recurrence of ACNES after a pain free period or ACNES at multiple
             locations in the abdominal wall;
          -  Persistent pain after posterior neurectomy.
        Exclusion Criteria:
          -  Inability to understand Dutch language.
          -  Known neuromuscular or neurodegenerative disease.