A5011196264- Anesthesia and Pain Management
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Shoulder Injury and Treatment
- Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout
- Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
- Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders
- Nausea and vomiting management
- Intraoperative Neuromonitoring and Anesthetic Effects
- Pain Management and Opioid Use
- Migraine and Headache Studies
- Pain Management and Treatment
- Liver Disease and Transplantation
- Neurosurgical Procedures and Complications
- Laser Applications in Dentistry and Medicine
- Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders
- Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments
- Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
- Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes
- Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research
- Ovarian function and disorders
- Myofascial pain diagnosis and treatment
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Art Therapy and Mental Health
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
2014-2024
University General Hospital Attikon
2010-2024
Hygeia Hospital
2023
Christie's
2020
Senologic Hellenic Society
2019
Athens Medical Center
2017
Argo (Greece)
2007
General Hospital of Attica
2004
University Medical Center Utrecht
2002
This study aimed to translate and culturally adapt a Greek version of the Shoulder Pain Disability Index (SPADI) questionnaire validate its usage in patients. A forward backward translation was performed, final administered 134 outpatients (mean age 47.4 ± 14.5) with rotator cuff tear under conservative treatment. The re-administered 2–5 days later assess test–retest reliability. Patients completed SPADI, Quick DASH (Disability Arm, Hand Questionnaire) EuroQoL EQ-5D. 102 questionnaires were...
Objectives: Comparison of the effects reflexology and relaxation on pain, anxiety, depression, quality life (QoL) patients with cancer. Design: A stratified random sample was selected, using an experimental design. Location: An outpatient Palliative Care Unit in Attica, Greece. Subjects: 88 suffering Interventions: The randomly divided into two equal groups, a group. number interventions for both groups six 30-min weekly sessions. Outcome measures: Greek Brief Pain Inventory (G-BPI) used to...
This study aimed to assess the effects of sugammadex and neostigmine/atropine on postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) in adult patients after elective surgery. A randomised, double-blind controlled trial was carried out 160 American Society Anesthesiologists physical status I III who were >40 years age. The Mini–Mental State Evaluation, clock-drawing test Isaacs Set used function at three timepoints: 1) preoperatively, 2) one hour postoperatively, 3) discharge. anaesthetic protocol...
Abstract Background The LANSS and S‐ questionnaires represent two widely accepted validated instruments used to assist the identification of neuropathic pain worldwide. Objective aim this study was translate, culturally adapt, validate S‐LANSS into Greek language. Methods Forward backward translations both were performed from English final versions assessed by a committee clinical experts, they then pilot‐tested in 20 patients with chronic pain. Both 200 (100 for each questionnaire), using...
The aim of this study was to compare the postoperative analgesic efficacy epidural ropivacaine 0.15%, levobupivacaine 0.15% and plus fentanyl 2 µg/ml, used with a patient-controlled analgesia (PCEA) device after Caesarean section.Sixty women undergoing elective section under combined spinal-epidural anaesthesia were enrolled. Postoperatively, patients received PCEA either or (basal rate 6 ml/h, bolus 5 ml/20 min), µg/ml 4 min). Sympathetic sensory level analgesia, motor ability (Bromage...
On 10 March 2020, Greece entered an increasingly restrictive 42-day lockdown, in order to contain the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic. All scheduled appointments and activities pain clinics around country were postponed indefinitely. The aim this prospective study was assess perceived impact pandemic on pain, quality life, access treatment, during austere lockdown Greece.
Purpose: The short-term impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on patients with chronic pain has been under microscope since beginning pandemic. This time-lag design study aimed to track changes in levels, access care, mental health, and well-being Greek within first year Patients Methods: 101 100 were contacted during Spring 2020 2021, respectively. A customized questionnaire was used evaluate perceived levels healthcare access. Psychological responses, personality characteristics, overall...
The aim of this study was to investigate the current status clinical practice regarding neuromuscular blocking drugs and their antagonists in Greece.This is a multicenter survey, including questionnaire based on previous studies, which translated modified by Task Force Hellenic Society Anaesthesiology. It completed web-based database after invitation via e-mail left online for period 2 months.A total 1,100 questionnaires were sent, with response rate 7.9%. 13.7% stated that they do not use...
Pain induction is the primary characteristic of a rotator cuff tear while muscle weakness appears as secondary feature, leading to further disability.The study aimed determine effectiveness physiotherapeutic interventions through transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) or microcurrent (MENS) in conjunction with kinesiotherapy patients partial thickness tear.This was blinded randomized prospective study. The recruited 42 outpatients under conservative treatment selected from 401...
The aim of the present study was to compare two new techniques, intradiscal gelified ethanol injection (Discogel) and combination pulsed radiofrequency (PRF+Discogel), regarding their efficacy in discogenic low back pain treatment.Randomized, double-blind, clinical study.The final sample randomized into group A (N = 18, D) B PRF+D). During procedure, four patients from were excluded study. Groups assessed score (VAS 0-10), before interventional procedures, one, three, six, 12 months after....
Healthcare professionals (HCP) suffer from work-related or occupational stress often resulting high expectations, coupled with insufficient time, skills and/or social support at work, but also resolves everyday life. The aim of the present study was to measure stress-related psychological symptoms in HCP and assess significant differences among different specialties. Stress as a syndrome that is factorially distinct depression anxiety, characterized by nervous tension, difficulty relaxing...
Research has suggested that individuals with diabetes mellitus (DM) are twice as likely to suffer from depression, compared the general population. In addition, women DM show increased risk for developing depression or depressive symptoms To compare self evaluation patients anxiety and stress scale (DASS). reveille possible gender differences, regarding in DM. 272 (74(27.2%) males / 198(72.8%) females), two outpatients' clinics Athens-Greece took part study. DASS was used of depression....
Background: Pulsed radiofrequency stimulation (PRF) of the greater and lesser occipital nerves (GON LON) has neuromodulative analgesic properties. Objectives: The aim this study was to investigate whether PRF can cause sedation. Methods: This is an observational case series in Pain Management Unit Attikon University Hospital. Patients suffering from primary headaches were scheduled for following a standardized protocol. Bispectral Index device applied recorded every minute throughout...