Affecting Factors for Chronic Pain After Mastectomy

Chronic post-mastectomy pain (CPMP) is a significant issue affecting many women after mastectomy. Factors like age, treatment type, and pre-surgery pain can increase the risk of developing this condition. By evaluating these factors, CPMP can be prevented more successfully and treatment strategies can be developed. This study aims to investigate the factors contributing to CPMP and contribute to the existing literature on this important topic.

Inclusion Criteria: * Between the ages of 18-80 * BMI 18-35 kg/m2 * ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) Scoring I-II-III * Elective mastectomy surgery * Elective mastectomy and axillary dissection surgery * Patients who will undergo general anesthesia * Patients who agree to participate in the study and sign a form Exclusion Criteria: * Patients under 18 and over 80 years of age * Patients who do not want to participate in the study * Patients with chronic pain or chronic opioid use * Patients with alcohol, substance or drug addiction * Patients with a history of previous mastectomy * Patients with limited cooperation such as dementia, psychiatric disorders * Pregnant and breastfeeding patients will be excluded from the study * Patients who cannot communicate in their native language will be excluded from the study