Pain management in advanced cancer.
review · Level V
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Abstract
This article presents a primary care approach to pain management in patients with advanced cancer. Assessment of "total" pain is reviewed along with interdisciplinary care. Pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies are outlined, with emphasis on the correct use of narcotics and adjuvant analgesics.
Medical subject headings
- Analgesics
- Narcotics
- Neoplasms
- Intractable Pain