The impact of anxiety on postoperative pain following pelvic reconstructive surgery

ConclusionsA large fraction of women undergoing pelvic reconstructive surgery have moderate to severe preoperative anxiety. Women with preoperative anxiety appear to have greater odds of increased postoperative pain. Understanding this association may help surgeons with preoperative counseling and expectations regarding postoperative pain.

Source: International Urogynecology Journal - December 21, 2022 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research