Analysis of the problem of surgical pain is important in view of the fact that the success of
surgical treatment depends largely on proper pain management during the first few days …

Chronic postoperative pain is a poorly recognized potential outcome from surgery. It affects
millions of patients every year, with pain lasting for months to years, resulting in patient …

Background: Methadone is a long-acting opioid that has been reported to reduce
postoperative pain scores and analgesic requirements and may attenuate development of …

1.2. Objectives We aimed to conduct a systematic review of the literature about
PPPCS'incidence, intensity, location, and the presence of NP. Moreover, we have analysed …

Background Chronic pain after cardiac surgery, whether or not related to the operation, is
common and has negative impact on health related quality of life (HRQL). Frailty is a risk …

Background Our aim was to describe the long‐term prevalence, risk factors and impact on
quality of life of persistent postsurgical pain (PPP) following cardiac surgery. Methods All …

Background and Purpose Chronic postoperative pain (CPSP) after cardiac surgery can
cause severe health problems. As demonstrated in noncardiac surgeries, preoperative …

Background Advances in medical technology have resulted in an increased life expectancy
in pediatric patients with congenital heart diseases. Assessment of health‐related quality of …

Background and aims Chronic pain after traumatic injury and surgery is highly prevalent,
and associated with substantial psychosocial co-morbidities and prolonged opioid use. It is …

Background Chronic post‐surgical pain (CPSP) represents a significant issue for many
patients following surgery; however, the long‐term incidence and impact have not been well …