Optimizing Post-Operative Pain Management in Latin America
Pain Management in Latin America

Post-operative pain affects millions of patients world-wide. It is well-known that effective pain management with minimal adverse effects will facilitate early mobilization, fluid and food intake and the resumption of normal physical activities, all of which are crucial for optimal rehabilitation after surgery. In contrast, poor post-operative pain management not only delays recovery and results in excess morbidity,

For this project, AHF project planned, organized and implemented a conference of Latin American medical experts on pain management who explored the state of post-operative pain management in Latin America and developed recommendations to optimize pain management in the Region. The article was published online on June 18, 2016 in the Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology. Click here to read the article.