Chronic Pain After Scoliosis and Thoracic Surgery in Children

Prevalence of Chronic Pain After Scoliosis and Thoracic Surgery in Children

The aim of this epidemiologic prospective study is to determine the prevalence of CPSP defined as pain occurring 4 months after scoliosis and thoracic surgery and rated > 3 on a 10 point visual analogue scale or FLACC scale, in children aged from 6 to 18 years.

The main objective : prevalence of chronic post surgical pain 4 months after scoliosis ant thoracic surgery in children aged 6 to 18 years.

The secondary objectives: the intensity of chronic post surgical pain, the prevalence of neuropathic syndrome and the predictive risk factors.

Inclusion Criteria:

• children aged from 6 to 18 years undergoing scoliosis or thoracic surgery in paediatric Bordeaux hospital.

Exclusion Criteria:

• patients who not willing to participate, with children and/or parental insufficient understanding of the questionnaires.