Predicting chronic pain after breast surgery
Development of Predictive Models Using Artificial Intelligence for Postoperative Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Following Breast Surgery: A Prospectively-Designed Study
This study is trying to see if using artificial intelligence can help predict which patients might experience long-term pain and need more pain medication after major breast surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Diego Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (La Jolla, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT04967352 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to develop predictive models using artificial intelligence to assess the risk of acute and chronic pain, as well as opioid use, in patients undergoing major breast surgery. Data will be collected prospectively from participants, including surveys on pain and psychological factors, pharmacogenomic information, preoperative comorbidities, and demographic details. The study seeks to personalize pain management strategies by identifying patients at higher risk for chronic pain and opioid dependence following surgery.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients scheduled to undergo major breast surgery, such as mastectomy or breast reconstruction.
Not a fit: Patients who are undergoing simple lumpectomy or those who refuse to consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to tailored pain management strategies that reduce the incidence of chronic pain and opioid dependence in breast surgery patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using predictive models for pain management, but this specific approach focusing on breast surgery is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient undergoing major breast surgery (except for simple lumpectomy) Exclusion Criteria: * refusal to consent * lack of independent decision-making capacity * inability to communicate effectively with research personnel
Where this trial is running
La Jolla, California
- University of California San Diego — La Jolla, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rodney A Gabriel, MD, MAS
- Email: ragabriel@health.ucsd.edu
- Phone: 858-663-7747
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.