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September 16, 2025European PsychiatryOpen Access

Psycho-social profile of patients with chronic neuropathic pain and spinal cord stimulation outcome: preliminary finding from an Italian sample recruited at the University Hospital of Verona (Italy)

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CPCinzia Perlini

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Overview

Observational analysis shows a unique psychosocial profile in chronic pain patients, indicating SCS outcomes are multifactorial.

Key Points

  • Patients with chronic neuropathic pain show high rates of somatization, sleep disturbances, and depressive symptoms, suggesting a complex psychosocial profile.
  • At baseline, 131 patients were assessed, revealing significant levels of coping strategies and psychopathology influencing SCS effectiveness.
  • Psychosocial assessments prior to spinal cord stimulation highlight at-risk patients, enhancing potential psychological support before the procedure.
  • The findings suggest early identification of psychological needs may improve outcomes and satisfaction for patients undergoing SCS.

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Cinzia Perlini (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4507331b076d99fa57b07https://doi.org/10.1192/j.eurpsy.2025.1897
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