Diferencias en la percepción y evolución del dolor ocasionadas por la edad. Distintas situaciones clínicas (versión inglesa)

Pain is a major healthcare problem worldwide andadults of advanced age represent an expanding proportionof the population with pain complaints. Epidemiologicstudies show a very high prevalence ofpersistent pain, often exceeding 50% of communitydwellingolder persons and up to 80% of nursinghome residents.