title: The use of topical opioids to relieve pressure ulcer pain.
abstract: This article provides an overview of the use of topical opioids to relieve pain associated with pressure ulcers in patients receiving palliative care. Morphine and diamorphine-infused gel have been used effectively to relieve pain and promote comfort in this group of patients.
authors.affiliation: Ulster Community and Hospitals Trust, Belfast, Northern Ireland. tracey.ashfield@ucht.n-i.nhs.uk
authors.forename: Tracey
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Ashfield
mesh_terms: D000287:Administration, Topical; D000368:Aged; D000698:Analgesia / Q000379:methods*; D000701:Analgesics, Opioid / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009020:Morphine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D010146:Pain / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology*; D010147:Pain Measurement; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000150:complications*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid; D009020:Morphine