title: Opioids for the management of persistent non-cancer pain.
abstract: Persistent non-cancer pain is a serious problem. This article outlines issues in the management of patients with severe pain who are using strong opioids. These analgesics can provide analgesia and improve quality of life without a need for an escalating dose.
authors.affiliation: Institute of Health and Community Studies, Bournemouth University.
authors.forename: Eloise
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Carr
authors.forename: Cathy
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Stannard
authors.forename: Karen
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Simpson
authors.forename: Amanda C de C
authors.initials: AC
authors.lastname: Williams
mesh_terms: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D010148:Intractable Pain / Q000188:drug therapy*; D018579:Patient Selection; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D006113:United Kingdom
chemical_list: D000701:Analgesics, Opioid