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Medical research
Anxiety disorders
Veterans' health

Background:

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder following trauma.
Military combat Veterans exhibit higher PTSD prevalence and symptom severity than civilians.
PTSD in Veterans is linked to physical comorbidities, pain, substance abuse, and poorer health, potentially increasing surgical risks.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the impact of surgery on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) severity in Veterans.
To highlight the need for perioperative clinicians to recognize PTSD as a chronic condition.

Main Methods:

This study reviews existing literature and clinical observations regarding PTSD in Veterans undergoing surgery.
Analysis focuses on the association between PTSD, comorbidities, and perioperative outcomes.

Main Results:

The effect of surgery on PTSD symptom severity remains largely uncharacterized.
Veterans with PTSD may face increased perioperative morbidity and mortality due to associated health factors.

Conclusions:

Perioperative clinicians must consider posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a chronic illness in Veterans.
Recognizing PTSD's associated risk factors is crucial for managing Veterans' perioperative care.