Targeting Affective Mood Disorders With Ketamine to Prevent Chronic Postsurgical Pain.
Front Pain Res (Lausanne) – June 27, 2022
Source: PubMed Central
Summary
Surprisingly, managing mood disorders before surgery could prevent chronic pain afterward. This research explored if ketamine, by improving mood, reduces the risk of lasting postsurgical discomfort. Findings indicate ketamine effectively mitigates chronic pain development in patients with mood disorders, offering a promising new strategy for better recovery.
Abstract
Targeting Affective Mood Disorders With Ketamine to Prevent Chronic Postsurgical Pain.