title: Continuous intravenous infusion of opioid drugs.
abstract: Continuous intravenous infusion of opioid drugs is a widely accepted alternative approach to the management of cancer pain. This review critically evaluates the safety and efficacy of the technique and proffers guidelines for management based on the available literature and clinical experience.
mesh_terms: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects; D004341:Drug Evaluation; D006801:Humans; D007260:Infusion Pumps; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous / Q000009:adverse effects; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy; D010146:Pain / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid