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[Pain in geriatrics].

B Kennes1

  • 1Service de Gériatrie, C.H.U. de Charleroi, Site A. Vésale, Montigny-le-Tilleul, U.L.B.

Revue Medicale De Bruxelles
|October 30, 2001
PubMed
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Untreated pain in older adults causes significant health issues. Effective pain management involves careful assessment, tailored pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies, and a multidisciplinary approach for better quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Pain Management
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Pain is a prevalent and often undertreated issue in the elderly population.
  • Undertreated pain leads to severe consequences including depression, malnutrition, sleep disturbances, and impaired mobility.
  • It also increases the risk of falls and adverse drug events.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the importance of effective pain detection, diagnosis, and management in older adults.
  • To emphasize the need for individualized treatment plans considering age-related sensitivities.
  • To advocate for a comprehensive approach integrating pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies.

Summary:

  • Pain management in the aged requires careful evaluation and adapted therapy to maintain quality of life and autonomy.

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  • The World Health Organization's (WHO) three-step analgesic ladder, with a 'start low and go slow' approach, is recommended for pharmacological treatment, especially for opioids, with regular monitoring.
  • Non-pharmacological strategies are crucial for chronic pain, and comprehensive geriatric assessment involving a multidisciplinary team is essential for frail patients.

    • Impact:

    • Improved quality of life and autonomy for elderly individuals suffering from pain.
    • Reduced incidence of adverse health outcomes associated with undertreated pain in the aged.
    • Enhanced clinical practice guidelines for geriatric pain management, promoting safer and more effective treatments.