Prevalence and characteristics of persistent pain among head and neck cancer survivors: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

There are no updated systematic reviews examining the prevalence of persistent pain among head and neck cancer survivors.

Objectives

This systematic review aims to identify the prevalence and characteristics of persistent pain across locations among head and neck cancer survivors.

Design

A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Participants

Head and neck cancer survivors with persistent pain.

Methods

It was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines on December 14th, 2023 (PROSPERO reference CRD42024494926). The MEDLINE via PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL, Ovid and Cochrane Library databases were searched. Studies had to report prevalence data on persistent pain in head and neck cancer survivors who completed cancer treatment at least 3 mon

SUBMITTER: Fernandez-Gualda MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12491860 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature