Neuropathic Pain in Children with Sickle Cell Disease: The Hidden Side of the Vaso-Occlusive Crisis.

The majority of hospitalizations of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) are related to painful vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs). Although the pain of VOC is classically nociceptive, neuropathic pain (NP) has also been demonstrated in SCD patients. The aim of our study is to specify the prevalence of NP during VOCs in SCD children using a dedicated scale and to measure its characteristics.

Assessment of a short hypnosis in a paediatric operating room in reducing postoperative pain and anxiety: A randomised study.

Aims And Objectives: To assess the impact of a short hypnotic session on postoperative anxiety and pain in major orthopaedic surgery.

Background: Despite specific information given before a scheduled paediatric surgery, perioperative anxiety can become important.

Design: Randomised Clinical Study.