Irish journal of medical science
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There have been reports of thalidomide-affected people suffering a deterioration in their disability over time [1, 2]. This study assessed changes in disabilities among thalidomide-affected people in the Irish population. ⋯ There is a need to continually review the physical, psychological and social needs of thalidomide survivors in order to ensure optimum care is made available.
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To date, there is no information on anaesthetists' practice of chronic pain management in the Republic of Ireland. ⋯ One-third of consultant anaesthetists in the Republic surveyed incorporate chronic pain in their practice and their pattern of practice is widely diversified.