Preoperative fear and its effect on postoperative pain and recovery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a prospective observational study of 138 adult patients scheduled for elective surgery at a single hospital. Before surgery participants complete two questionnaires measuring fear of anesthesia, surgery, and hospitals plus the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, and postoperative pain is tracked with a numerical rating scale until discharge. Investigators will compare preoperative fear and anxiety scores with postoperative pain ratings and analgesic use to look for relationships. The study excludes minors, patients with cognitive impairment, and anyone unable to complete pre- or postoperative questionnaires.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients older than 18 years old scheduled for surgery with admission during the study period will be included.
* Verbal and written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Minors
* Cognitive impairment
* Patients not being able to understand and respond to preoperative questionnaires
* Patients not being able to respond to postoperative pain assessment
* Patients not giving informed consent.

Where it's running

• Hospital Universitario de Gran Canaria Doctor Negrín
  Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ángel Becerra Bolaños, MD PhD
• Email: angbecbol@gmail.com
• Phone: 676229025

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.