Considerations in guidelines development - Titrating opioids and converting to long-acting agents Journal Article

  


Author: Payne, R.
Article Title: Considerations in guidelines development - Titrating opioids and converting to long-acting agents
Abstract: Long-acting opioids are safe and generally provide more effective relief than short-acting opioids in the treatment of cancer pain,,vith greater patient compliance and some evidence of greater patient satisfaction. Many formulations and routes are available; this is helpful because it improves compliance. In general, patients prefer the least frequent and least invasive methods of administration, assuming equivalent efficacy, Existing knowledge in conversion and titration of opioids is the key to achieving optimal pain management. Yet we do need a more rigorous, scientific basis for making firmer decisions.
Keywords: cancer pain
Journal Title: Oncology (Norwalk)
Volume: 13
Issue: 11A
ISSN: 0890-9091
Publisher: C M P Medica LLC * The Oncology Group  
Date Published: 1999-11-01
Start Page: 581
End Page: 586
Language: English
ACCESSION: WOS:000165178600043
PROVIDER: wos
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