Development and validation of a cynomolgus macaque grimace scale for acute pain assessment

Abstract Cynomolgus macaques may undergo surgical procedures for scientific and veterinary purposes. Recognition and assessment of pain using validated tools is a necessary first step for adequately managing pain in these primates. Grimace scales are one means of assessing the occurance of acute pai...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Emilie A. Paterson, Carly I. O’Malley, Carly Moody, Susan Vogel, Simon Authier, Patricia V. Turner
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2023-02-01
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-30380-x