Improving outcomes for patients with postoperative pain
Improvement in Postoperative Pain Outcome
University of Jena · NCT02083835
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 |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 4 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Jena (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Jena) |
| Trial ID | NCT02083835 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
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.
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.
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 performed: Other studies utilizing similar benchmarking and registry approaches have shown promise in improving clinical outcomes, suggesting that this methodology is both tested and effective.
Eligibility criteria
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 this trial is running
Jena
- 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
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Post-operative Pain, post-operative pain, paitent reported outcomes, quality improvement