A prospective observational study on persistent postoperative pediatric pain, 4P: The study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Access to adequate pain treatment is a fundamental right, yet international data suggest that a considerable number of children experience acute and persistent pain. Little is known about the occurrence of both acute and persistent pain in children. The incidence of persistent postoperative pain in children is an unexplored area but international studies suggest that many children experience long-term pain after surgery, with a major impact on daily life. In 4P, Persistent Postoperative Pediatric Pain, we want to estimate the incidence of acute and persistent postoperative pediatric pain. The European Society for Paediatric Anaesthesiology has developed guidelines for perioperative pain management. We aim to examine how well these guidelines are followed and whether adhe

SUBMITTER: Broman J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11731717 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature