Long-term mortality in older adults with chronic pain: a nationwide population-based study in Taiwan

Key summary points Aim There is no clear information regarding the long-term mortality in the older population with chronic pain (CP), and therefore, we conducted this study to clarify it. Findings Older participants with CP had an increased rate of long-term mortality compared to that among their counterparts without CP after adjusting for the underlying comorbidities and the causes of CP. Message Early detection and intervention for treating CP are suggested for this population.