Quality of life after multiple trauma: the effect of early onset psychotherapy on quality of life in trauma patients.

Background And Aims: The aim of this study was to improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL) related to depression, anxiety, pain, physical functioning and social aspects for severely injured trauma survivors by early onset cognitive behavioural therapy applied on the surgical ward.

Materials And Methods: The study was a randomised, controlled study. Of 298 primary screened patients 171 were eligible and randomised.