Brain scans and pain tests may foretell chronic pain after hysterectomy

This study looks at whether certain tests—like brain imaging, pain sensitivity measurements, and psychological questionnaires—can help predict which women will develop long-term pelvic pain after a hysterectomy. Researchers will follow women undergoing hysterectomy for benign conditions and compare those who develop chronic pain with those who don't. The goal is to understand the mechanisms behind the transition from acute to chronic pain, which could lead to better prevention strategies in the future.