The management of pain in the oncology patient.
The treatment of cancer pain is improving, but pain remains a significant problem. Although better analgesics with greater efficacy and fewer side effects are needed, the most significant problem regarding the appropriate management of cancer pain remains a lack of knowledge among physicians treating cancer patients. Cancer management should be undertaken within a palliative care model, in which autonomy and respect for individuals and their families guides all aspects of care.
Hewitt
D J
DJ
Emory Clinic/University Medical Center, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, USA. David_Hewitt@emory.org
D000208:Acute Disease; D000701:Analgesics, Opioid / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000150:complications*; D010146:Pain / Q000188:drug therapy*; D010147:Pain Measurement; D010166:Palliative Care
D000701:Analgesics, Opioid