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Chronic post-sternotomy pain.

E Kalso1, S Mennander, T Tasmuth

  • 1Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Helsinki University Central Hospital, Helsinki, Finland. eija.kalso@helsinki.fi

Acta Anaesthesiologica Scandinavica
|September 29, 2001
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Chronic post-sternotomy pain affects approximately 27-28% of patients after cardiac bypass grafting or thymectomy. This persistent pain can be moderate to severe, impacting daily life and sleep quality.

Area of Science:

  • Pain Medicine
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Chronic postoperative pain is a significant issue, with sternotomy procedures being a notable cause.
  • Incidence rates of severe chronic pain post-sternotomy are not well-documented, necessitating further epidemiological research.
  • Understanding the prevalence and risk factors of chronic pain after sternotomy is crucial for patient well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the incidence of chronic pain following sternotomy in patients undergoing coronary bypass grafting (CABG) or thymectomy.
  • To identify potential risk factors associated with the development of chronic post-sternotomy pain.
  • To assess the severity and impact of chronic pain on patients' quality of life.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study involving two patient groups: myasthenia gravis (MG) patients post-thymectomy and patients post-coronary bypass grafting (CABG).

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  • Utilized questionnaires and interviews to collect data on persistent pain, its characteristics, and perceived connection to surgery.
  • Patient records were reviewed for surgical, anesthetic, and clinical details.

    • Main Results:

    • A high response rate of 87% was achieved for the patient surveys.
    • 27% of MG patients and 28% of CABG patients reported chronic post-sternotomy pain.
    • Moderate to severe pain was reported by 48% of MG patients and 38% of CABG patients with chronic pain; one-third experienced sleep disturbances.

    Conclusions:

    • Chronic post-sternotomy pain is a prevalent complication with a substantial impact on patients' daily lives.
    • Further research is needed to explore the effectiveness of minimizing complications, enhancing postoperative care, and implementing early pain management strategies.
    • Addressing chronic post-sternotomy pain is essential for improving long-term patient outcomes and quality of life.