Safety Issues of Pain Management in Geriatric Patients
Pain syndrome is one of the most common conditions majorly affecting the functional status, cognitive functions, and quality of life of elderly people, increasing the risk of frailty syndrome development, loss of autonomy, and death. Pain management is a crucial factor for autonomy preservation in the elderly. Currently, geriatrics considers pain as a complex biopsychological condition requiring a multidisciplinary approach. Pain management includes a complex of non-pharmacological and pharmacological methods. Drug risks and benefits should be carefully assessed when choosing painkillers for geriatric patients.