Publications by authors named "Luis Miguel Torres"
There is scarce real-world experience regarding direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) perioperative management. No study before has linked bridging therapy or DOAC-free time (pre-plus postoperative time without DOAC) with outcome. The aim of this study was to investigate real-world management and outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChronic low back pain (CLBP) is highly prevalent in industrialized countries, where it is one of the main causes of disability. Patients with CLBP in treatment with opioids often experience episodes of breakthrough pain (BTP), but data on prevalence and treatment preferences are scarce. The objectives of this study were, first, the evaluation of the prevalence of BTP in patients with CLBP in the South of Spain ( = 1,868) and, second, the characterization of BTP in these patients ( = 295).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of care of elderly patients with treatment for chronic pain (CP) and breakthrough pain (BTP).
Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted in 20 pain units, selecting patients aged 70 years or older with baseline controlled CP in treatment with opioids and a diagnosis of BTP. Patients were classified as first episode of BTP or patient in follow-up.
Objective: To assess cognitive performance of chronic pain (CP) patients diagnosed with three types of pain-neuropathic pain (NP), musculoskeletal (MSK), and fibromyalgia (FM)-and to analyze the factors influencing cognitive difficulties in each group.
Methods: Two hundred fifty-four CP patients-104 NP, 99 MSK, 51 FM-and 72 pain-free subjects were included in the study. The "Test Your Memory" (TYM) scale was used to assess cognitive performance.
Objectives: Chronic neuropathic pain and chronic complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), in particular, are debilitating and difficult-to-treat conditions that have a strong impact on patient's quality of life. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of 5% lidocaine-medicated plaster as add-on therapy in patients with chronic peripheral neuropathic pain conditions, including CRPS.
Patients And Methods: This was a single-center, prospective, observational study set in a specialized pain unit of a tertiary hospital in Spain.
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- The study examined chronic pain (CP) patients in Spain, focusing on their use of healthcare resources and satisfaction levels.
- About 325 out of 1957 participants reported having CP, with an average duration of 10 years, and nearly half experienced severe pain, leading to emotional distress and job loss for some.
- Most participants consulted healthcare professionals multiple times and reported high satisfaction with care and information received, although those with specific symptoms like headaches and feelings of sadness were less satisfied.
- The findings suggest that chronic pain significantly impacts healthcare demands and highlights the need for attention to pain management and mental health in treatment plans.
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- The study assesses the prevalence and impact of chronic pain in the Spanish population, finding that 16.6% experience chronic pain, significantly affecting daily activities and well-being.
- Subjects were categorized into two subgroups based on pain characteristics: one with generalized long-term pain and another with localized short-term pain.
- The findings indicate that chronic pain not only impacts individuals' daily lives but also their emotional state and family dynamics, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions.
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- The study examined how chronic pain affects family life from the perspectives of patients, relatives, and caregivers among a sample of Spanish adults suffering from pain.
- About 34.6% of chronic pain patients felt their condition impacted their family, particularly when relatives showed sadness or changed leisure activities.
- Among relatives and caregivers, over half reported feeling the effects of pain on family dynamics, particularly affecting leisure activities and sleep; meanwhile, many caregivers still felt satisfied with their support roles.
Surveys evaluating pain in hospitals keep on showing that postoperative pain (POP) remains undertreated. At the time when guidelines are edited and organisational changes are implemented, more recent data are necessary to check the impact of these measures on daily practice and needs for improvement. This prospective, cross-sectional, observational, multi-centre practice survey was performed in 2004-2005 in 7 European countries.
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