Surgical COrncerns and Psychological Evaluation of Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Antwerp
This study wants to obtain more information regarding the patient's concerns since concerns of the patient about the procedure is found as a predictor for the development of chronic post-surgical pain. This step is crucial in translating early identification of a high-risk population into preventive policies. Using a semi-structured interview, the investigators aim to gather this additional information, which is essential in the development of an (individualized) biopsychosocial care pathway in the future.
≥ 18 years old
Dutch speaking
With a planned elective surgery, at the Antwerp University Hospital
Score of ≥ 11 on APAIS anxiety subscale
Diagnostic procedures requiring anaesthesia