Klassifikation von Mund- und Gesichtsschmerzen
摘要
The taxonomy of orofacial pain has historically been characterized by inconsistent systems and insufficient consideration of certain aspects. The new International Classification of Orofacial Pain (ICOP) represents the collaborative efforts of international experts and interest groups to develop a universally accepted classification system. This initiative adheres to the structural framework of prior classifications, notably the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD). The ICOP categorizes orofacial pain into six distinct domains, complemented by an additional psychosocial assessment of the patient. One significant advantage of the ICOP lies in its potential for international acceptance and integration into the updated International Classification of Diseases (ICD) by the World Health Organization. Furthermore, the ICOP employs the most robust diagnostic criteria currently available for each listed diagnosis. In contrast, the ICHD framework is often regarded as either overly restrictive or redundant. However, the ICOP lacks comprehensive data on the prevalence of the diagnoses it includes.