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Long-term postthoracotomy pain.

E Dajczman1, A Gordon, H Kreisman

  • 1Department of Medicine, Sir Mortimer B. Davis-Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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|February 1, 1991
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Long-term postthoracotomy pain affects over half of patients, often persisting for years after surgery. While typically mild, some individuals experience moderate interference with daily life due to chronic chest pain.

Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Pain Medicine
  • Patient Outcomes

Background:

  • Postthoracotomy pain is a significant concern following chest surgery.
  • Understanding the long-term prevalence and impact of this pain is crucial for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the prevalence and functional significance of long-term postthoracotomy pain.
  • To assess the impact of persistent pain on patients' quality of life.

Main Methods:

  • A pain questionnaire was administered to 56 patients at least two months postthoracotomy.
  • Data analysis included pain presence, intensity, and interference with daily activities.

Main Results:

  • 54% of patients reported persistent pain at a median of 19.5 months post-surgery.

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  • Pain prevalence decreased over time but remained significant even after four years.
  • A small subset of patients experienced pain severe enough to require medical interventions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Long-term chest wall pain is a common complication after thoracotomy.
    • While generally not severe, a proportion of patients may suffer from persistent, moderately disabling pain.
    • Further research into managing chronic postthoracotomy pain is warranted.