A Systematic Review of Early Prognostic Factors for Persistent Pain Following Acute Orthopedic Trauma
Persistent or chronic pain is prevalent in many developed countries, with estimates ranging from 10% to higher than 50%, and is a major economic burden to individuals and societies. However, the variation in pain outcomes after acute orthopedic trauma and treatment confronts treating physicians with...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2012-01-01
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| Series: | Pain Research and Management |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/935194 |