Improving outcomes for patients with postoperative pain
Official title: Improvement in Postoperative Pain Outcome
Run by University of Jena · NCT02083835 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to find better ways to manage pain after surgery by collecting information from hospitals to see what works best for patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 4 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 200000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Jena Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Jena) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 2009 |
| Main results expected | December 2030 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2030 |
| Registry record updated | May 6, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT02083835 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients aged 18 years and older, or 4 years and older for specific sub-projects, who are on postoperative day 1 and have been on the ward for at least 6 hours.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to communicate, cognitively impaired, asleep, too ill, or unwilling to complete the questionnaire may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
PAIN OUT is a multinational registry project that collects and analyzes clinical and patient-reported outcome data related to postoperative pain. It aims to improve the quality of care through a benchmarking system that provides continuous feedback to participating hospitals. The project utilizes a validated assessment tool available in multiple languages to gather demographic, clinical, and outcome data. By comparing processes of care across institutions, it seeks to identify best practices and enhance treatment strategies for managing postoperative pain.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this project could lead to significant improvements in the management of postoperative pain, enhancing patient recovery experiences.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies utilizing similar benchmarking and registry approaches have shown promise in improving clinical outcomes, suggesting that this methodology is both tested and effective.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * \>= 18 years or \>= 4 years for sub-project QUIPSI/PAIN OUTinfant * patient is post-op day 1 * patient is at least 6 hours on the ward * patient has given consent Exclusion Criteria: * patient cannot communicate * patient is cognitively impaired * patient is asleep * patient is too ill * patient does not want to fill in the questionnaire
Where it's running
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Jena University Hospital
Jena, Germany Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Winfried Meissner, Prof. Dr.
- Email: winfried.meissner@med.uni-jena.de
- Phone: +49 3641 9323353
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.