Predictive Clinical Factors of Pain-Related Quality of Recovery Following Elective Gastrointestinal and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery: An Observational Study in Norway

This study identified age, gender, and surgery severity as key predictors of postoperative pain. Younger and female patients and those undergoing minor surgeries are at higher risk for severe postoperative pain. Proactive approaches for minor surgeries and tailored pain management for younger patients and females might enhance recovery and postoperative pain outcomes. Thus, future research should focus on the long-term effects of individualized pain management and additional strategies for high-risk patient groups.