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. 2017 Oct 31;2(6):e627.
doi: 10.1097/PR9.0000000000000627. eCollection 2017 Nov.

Risk stratification for the development of chronic postsurgical pain

Stephan A Schug  1 , Julie Bruce  2
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Risk stratification for the development of chronic postsurgical pain

Stephan A Schug et al. Pain Rep. .

Abstract

Risk stratification for the development chronic postsurgical pain is an important tool, which may permit preventive measures or appropriate advice for patients at high risk.

Keywords: Chronic postsurgical pain; Genetics; Persistent postsurgical pain; Psychosocial; Risk stratification; Surgery.

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