Journal of clinical apheresis
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Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a severe post-traumatic chronic pain condition affecting distal limbs, for which few effective treatments exist. Complex regional pain syndrome is listed in the 2016 American Society for Apheresis guidelines as an indication for plasma exchange treatment, but patient perspectives are lacking. ⋯ These results provide pertinent patient views about TPE treatment which can inform both clinical consultation and consent procedure and the design of future trials.