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Use of MMPI on the assessment of the chronic pain syndrome patients

The MMPI was performed in 25 patients with chronic pain syndrome to evaluate the personality trait. The results showed an elevation in scales 1, 2, 3 in 64% of the patients. The inventory was effective on the assessment of patients. It offered standardization and objective visualization of patients psychical involvement. Also, it can serve as a prognostic factor for psychotherapy and surgery.


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