Management of chronic visceral pain

Anne E Olesen, Adam D Farmer, Søren S Olesen, Qasim Aziz, Asbjørn M Drewes

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    Abstract

    Despite marked differences in underlying pathophysiology, the current management of visceral pain largely follows the guidelines derived from the somatic pain literature. The effective management of patients with chronic visceral pain should be multifaceted, including both pharmacological and psychological interventions, thereby providing a mechanism-orientated approach to treatment. Patients can frequently become disenfranchised, and subsequently disengaged, with healthcare providers leading to repeated consultations. Thus, a key aspect of management is to break this cycle by validating patients’ symptoms, adopting an empathic approach and taking time to educate patients. To optimize treatment and outcomes in chronic visceral pain we need to move away from approaches exclusively based on dealing with peripheral nociceptive input toward more holistic strategies, taking into account alterations in central pain processing.
    OriginalsprogEngelsk
    TidsskriftPain Management
    Vol/bind6
    Udgave nummer5
    Sider (fra-til)469-86
    Antal sider18
    ISSN1758-1869
    DOI
    StatusUdgivet - 1 okt. 2016

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