Persistent postsurgical pain in children and young people: prediction, prevention, and management

Glyn Williams, Richard F Howard, Christina Liossi, Glyn Williams, Richard F Howard, Christina Liossi

Abstract

Ensuring optimum preoperative and postoperative pain management should always be a priority in children.

Keywords: Pediatrics; Postsurgical pain; Surgery.

Conflict of interest statement

Sponsorships or competing interests that may be relevant to content are disclosed at the end of this article.

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Suggested initial management pathway for child with persistent postsurgical pain. Which strategies and specific interventions used with vary depending on the individual patient. Once the plan is in place it will need regular assessment and potential modification depending on effect.

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