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Galligan M, Verity R, Briggs E. Exploring health professionals' knowledge of cancer-related pain: a scoping review. BRITISH JOURNAL OF NURSING (MARK ALLEN PUBLISHING) 2024; 33:S4-S10. [PMID: 38446520 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.s4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND Cancer-related pain is a complex multidimensional experience that affects all aspects of life. To support those impacted by cancer-related pain it is essential that health professionals have adequate knowledge in its assessment and management. AIMS To explore the knowledge of health professionals regarding cancer-related pain. METHODS A scoping review methodology was used to systematically search the literature published between 2010 and 2020. Databases CINAHL, Medline and PsycINFO were searched using terms 'cancer pain', 'healthcare professional', 'knowledge', 'attitudes' and 'barriers'. FINDINGS The search identified 38 articles. They focused on nursing knowledge with minimal involvement of allied health professionals. Knowledge levels were variable with the majority demonstrating poor knowledge. Common knowledge gaps included around fear of addiction, principles of cancer-related pain assessment and management, and interventional techniques. CONCLUSION Knowledge of cancer-related pain is variable with several knowledge gaps. More work is needed to ensure health professionals have adequate knowledge regarding the complexity of cancer-related pain.
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- Martin Galligan
- Lecturer Practitioner, The Royal Marsden School, Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London
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- Director of School, David Adams Library and Conference Centre, The Royal Marsden School, Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London
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- Senior Lecturer, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London
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Escobar Y, Margarit C, Pérez-Hernández C, Quintanar T, Virizuela JA. Good practice recommendations to better coordinate the management of oncological pain: a Delphi survey. Sci Rep 2022; 12:22459. [PMID: 36577791 PMCID: PMC9797552 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-26753-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Treatment of oncological pain is complex and requires a multidisciplinary management approach between oncology services and pain units. Although significant improvements have been achieved in the treatment and overall survival of cancer patients, the management of oncological pain has not followed the same directions. Many patients are not referred to pain units even though they could benefit from it. The purpose of this Delphi survey was to map the current situation in the management of cancer pain, identify barriers and propose recommendations to improve its management by emphasizing the importance of collaboration and coordination between oncology services and pain units. A survey among members with recognized experience in the management of oncology patients and oncological pain was held based on the Delphi method principles. The experts were asked to vote preselected statements on cancer pain management in two rounds and conclusions and recommendations were formulated based on the consensus reached for each statement. Barriers and areas for improvement were identified: need of multidisciplinary management approach, effective communication between oncology services and pain units, timely referral of cancer patients to pain units, training of health care professionals dealing with cancer aspects and identification of those patients that could benefit from a multidisciplinary management of their oncological disease. The experts issued recommendations targeting the identified barriers and areas for improvement by defining the service requirements of hospital and units treating cancer pain patients, establishing referral pathways necessities and adopted measures to improve the care of cancer patients.
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- Yolanda Escobar
- grid.410526.40000 0001 0277 7938Medical Oncology Service, Spanish Medical Oncology Society, University General Hospital Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
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- Pain Unit, Spanish Pain Society, University General Hospital of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
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- grid.411251.20000 0004 1767 647XPain Unit, Spanish Pain Society, University Hospital de la Princesa, Madrid, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Service, Spanish Medical Oncology Society, University General Hospital of Elche, Alicante, Spain
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- grid.411375.50000 0004 1768 164XMedical Oncology Service, Spanish Medical Oncology Society, University Hospital Virgen Macarena, Sevilla, Spain
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Opioid Prescribing Patterns for Ulcerative Keratitis. Cornea 2021; 41:484-490. [PMID: 34620771 DOI: 10.1097/ico.0000000000002893] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2021] [Accepted: 08/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to characterize rates of opioid prescription for different ulcerative keratitis types. METHODS This cohort study included patients diagnosed with ulcerative keratitis according to the University of Michigan electronic health record data between September 1, 2014 and December 22, 2020. Ulcerative keratitis was categorized by etiologic type (bacterial, fungal, viral, acanthamoeba, inflammatory, polymicrobial, or unspecified) using rule-based data classification that accounted for billing diagnosis code, antimicrobial or antiinflammatory medications prescribed, laboratory results, and manual chart review. Opioid prescriptions were converted to morphine milligram equivalent and summed over 90 days from diagnosis. Opioid prescription rate and amount were compared between ulcerative keratitis types. RESULTS Of 3322 patients with ulcerative keratitis, 173 (5.2%) were prescribed at least 1 opioid for pain management within 90 days of diagnosis. More patients with acanthamoeba (32.4%), fungal (21.1%), and polymicrobial (25.0%) keratitis were treated with opioids compared with bacterial (6.7%), unspecified (2.9%), or viral (1.8%) keratitis (all Bonferroni adjusted P < 0.05). For the 173 patients who were prescribed opioids, a total of 353 prescriptions were given within 90 days of diagnosis, with half given within the first week after diagnosis. The quantity of opioid prescribed within 90 days from diagnosis was not significantly different between ulcerative keratitis types (P = 0.6559). Morphine milligram equivalent units prescribed ranged from 97.5 for acanthamoeba keratitis to 112.5 for fungal keratitis. CONCLUSIONS The type of ulcerative keratitis may influence the opioid prescription rate. Providers can better serve patients needing opioids for pain management through improved characterization of pain and development of more tailored pain management regimens.
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MacDonell-Yilmaz RE, Murillo A, Panicker C, Welch JG. Evaluation of knowledge and comfort with opioid prescribing among pediatric hematology/oncology fellows. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2021; 68:e28786. [PMID: 33226177 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.28786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Revised: 10/16/2020] [Accepted: 10/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Deficits in knowledge and comfort related to pain management have been demonstrated in adult hematology/oncology fellows. No such evaluation has been undertaken in pediatric hematology/oncology (PHO) trainees. PROCEDURE An IRB-approved survey was administered to PHO fellows throughout the United States (US) to assess comfort with opioid dosing, attitudes related to the use of opioids, and knowledge of basic concepts including weight-based dosing, incomplete cross-tolerance, and management of side effects. RESULTS Email addresses were obtained for 132 fellows from 37 programs. Seventy-eight (59%) fellows participated. No significant difference was demonstrated between training level and comfort with dosing opioids in an opioid-naive patient, though a smaller proportion of first-year fellows (65%) reported comfort compared to more senior fellows (85.2% of second-year fellows, 80.6% of third- and fourth-year fellows). First-year fellows correctly answered a mean of 5.05 ± 0.43 out of 10 objective knowledge questions; second-year fellows answered 5.74 ± 0.35 correctly, and third- and fourth-year fellows 5.58 ± 0.30. The majority of respondents chose an appropriate dose of intravenous morphine based on weight (92%), and identified a low-dose naloxone drip as an appropriate intervention for opioid-induced pruritis (91%). However, the remainder of the questions had a correct response rate of 15-68%. CONCLUSION This study characterizes PHO fellows' knowledge and comfort with prescribing opioids. Despite high levels of reported comfort, PHO fellows in all levels of training demonstrated knowledge gaps. PHO fellows may benefit from further education in pain management.
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- Rebecca E MacDonell-Yilmaz
- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Hasbro Children's Hospital/Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Pediatrics, Hasbro Children's Hospital/Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island.,Center for Statistical Sciences, School of Public Health, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Department of Pediatrics, Hasbro Children's Hospital/Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Hasbro Children's Hospital/Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
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Su C, Chen M, Chen G, Li Y, Li N, Hu Z, Hu X, Zhao Y, Yu Q, Jiang W. Practices and Hindrances in Cancer Pain Management: Results of a National Multi-Cancer Center Survey Among Healthcare Professionals in China. Cancer Manag Res 2021; 13:1709-1717. [PMID: 33628058 PMCID: PMC7899304 DOI: 10.2147/cmar.s290470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2020] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background Inadequate control of cancer-related pain in China is an ongoing problem. This study investigated the practices of cancer pain (CP) management at major cancer centers in China and perceived hindrances and knowledge of CP management among health professionals. Methods From September to October 2019, a survey was conducted using electronic questionnaires via the internet to investigate the practices, and perceived hindrances and knowledge in managing CP among healthcare professionals from 7 provincial cancer centers in China. The questionnaire included demographic data, the professionals' practices among their own patients, their opinions regarding hindrances to CP management, and knowledge of CP management. Results We gathered validated responses from 411 anonymous healthcare professionals, with 82.2% (411/500) of response rate. Based on the analysis of these 411 questionnaires, the results demonstrated that CP was prevalent among patients with cancer, while moderate-to-severe pain took a great proportion. CP management was inadequate for a significant proportion of the patients with CP. Pain assessment, analgesic treatment, attention to adverse effects of analgesic, and multidisciplinary management were usually ineffectual in many cases. The duration of work experience did not significantly affect CP management. The respondents considered that both patients and healthcare professionals were responsible for the undermanagement of CP. Only 26 (6.3%) respondents were able to answer correctly all 10 of the professional questions regarding CP. Conclusion CP is commonly undermanaged in China. Effective pain control requires the implementation of standards, and the sufficient attention and training of healthcare professionals.
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- Cuiyun Su
- Department of Respiratory Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Shandong Cancer Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong, 250117, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Lymphoma and Hematology, Hunan Cancer Hospital & the Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410013, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Oncology, Henan Cancer Hospital & the Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450008, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Shanghai, 200032, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cancer Hospital of the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences & Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310022, People's Republic of China.,Department of Radiation Oncology, Institute of Cancer Research and Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310022, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Sun Yat-Sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510060, People's Republic of China.,State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510060, People's Republic of China.,Collaborative Innovation Center for Cancer Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510060, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, People's Republic of China
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Malibari NM, Connolly M, Aljohani AS. Self-Assessment of Competence in Palliative Care of Medical Doctors Working in Saudi Arabia. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 2020; 38:899-906. [PMID: 33030024 DOI: 10.1177/1049909120963569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The provision of palliative care (PC) for individuals with a life-threatening condition is fundamental to the role of the physician, in order to improve quality of life; however, little research has assessed the competence of the physicians in PC in Saudi Arabia. AIM To conduct a baseline assessment of self-assessed palliative care competences among medical physicians in Saudi Arabia. DESIGN A survey-based cross-sectional study was employed using a specifically designed questionnaire. SETTING The participants in the study were selected from 6 specialist medical departments (Family medicine, cardiology, internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, neurology and oncology) in 4 Saudi Arabian Hospitals, based on inclusion criteria. RESULTS The study was conducted using a validated questionnaire used in Ireland to evaluate the competence skills of physicians for the provision of palliative care. All categories showed internal reliability and normal distribution of the data. However, the score of the knowledge, attitude and practice among the physicians was higher than the expected. The clinical specialty of the physicians demonstrated greater influence on knowledge, attitude and practice related to the palliative care compared to medical education. This highlighted the importance of training in palliative care to the medical doctors working in a range of specialist area. CONCLUSION The study provides baseline data on the level of competence of palliative care of physicians in Saudi Arabia. This study can be used as an assessment tool to further evaluate the effectiveness of palliative care in other areas as primary and secondary care settings.
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- UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems and Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services, 8797University College Dublin, Ireland
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- Security Forces Hospital, Madinah, Saudi Arabia.,College of Medicine, 123305Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia.,SCFHS, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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Carey ML, Zucca AC, Freund MA, Bryant J, Herrmann A, Roberts BJ. Systematic review of barriers and enablers to the delivery of palliative care by primary care practitioners. Palliat Med 2019; 33:1131-1145. [PMID: 31630630 DOI: 10.1177/0269216319865414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is increasing demand for primary care practitioners to play a key role in palliative care delivery. Given this, it is important to understand their perceptions of the barriers and enablers to optimal palliative care, and how commonly these are experienced. AIM To explore the type and prevalence of barriers and enablers to palliative care provision reported by primary care practitioners. DESIGN A systematic review of quantitative data-based articles was conducted. DATA SOURCES Medline, Embase and PsychINFO databases were searched for articles published between January 2007 and March 2019. DATA SYNTHESIS Abstracts were assessed against the eligibility criteria by one reviewer and a random sample of 80 articles were blind coded by a second author. Data were extracted from eligible full-texts by one author and checked by a second. Given the heterogeneity in the included studies' methods and outcomes, a narrative synthesis was undertaken. RESULTS Twenty-one studies met the inclusion criteria. The most common barriers related to bureaucratic procedures, communication between healthcare professionals, primary care practitioners' personal commitments, and their skills or confidence. The most common enablers related to education, nurses and trained respite staff to assist with care delivery, better communication between professionals, and templates to facilitate referral to out-of-hours services. CONCLUSION A holistic approach addressing the range of barriers reported in this review is needed to support primary care providers to deliver palliative care. This includes better training and addressing barriers related to the interface between healthcare services.
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- Mariko L Carey
- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia.,Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia.,Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia.,Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia.,Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia.,Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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Fahy AS, Jamal L, Carrillo B, Gerstle JT, Nasr A, Azzie G. Refining How We Define Laparoscopic Expertise. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2019; 29:396-401. [PMID: 30650004 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2018.0254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Traditional stratification of expertise in laparoscopic simulation assigns participants to novice, intermediate, or expert groups based on case numbers. We hypothesized that expert video assessment might refine this discrimination of psychomotor expertise, especially in light of new measurable parameters. MATERIALS AND METHODS One hundred five participants performed a defined intracorporeal suturing task in the pediatric laparoscopic surgery simulator armed with force-sensing capabilities. Participants were stratified into novice, intermediate, and expert groups via three classification schemes: (1) number of complex laparoscopic cases, (2) self-declared level of expertise, and (3) average expert rating of participants' videos. Precision, time to task completion, and force analysis parameters (FAP = total, maximum and mean forces in three axes) were compared using one-way analysis of variance tests. P < .05 was considered significant. RESULTS Participants stratified on the basis of case numbers and on the basis of self-declared level of expertise had statistically significant differences in time to task completion, but no significant difference in FAP. When participants were restratified according to expert assessment of their video performance, time to task completion as well as total and mean forces in X, Y, and Z axes allowed discrimination between novices, intermediates, and experts, thus establishing construct validity for the latter. Precision did not allow discrimination in any stratification scheme. CONCLUSION Compared with traditional stratification, video assessment allows refined discrimination of psychomotor expertise within a simulator. Assessment of FAP may become a relevant tool for teaching and assessing laparoscopic skills.
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- Aodhnait S Fahy
- 1 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- 1 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- 1 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- 1 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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- 2 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- 1 Division of General and Thoracic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
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Increasing numbers of those living with and beyond cancer presents a clinical challenge for pain specialists. A large proportion of these patients experience pain secondary to their disease or its treatment, impeding rehabilitation and significantly impacting upon their quality of life. The successful management of this pain presents a considerable challenge. This review aims to outline current concepts and treatment options, while considering nuances within pain assessment and the use of large-scale data to help guide further advances.
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- David Magee
- Department of Pain Medicine, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW3 6JJ, UK
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- Department of Pain Medicine, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW3 6JJ, UK
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- Department of Pain Medicine, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW3 6JJ, UK.,Targeted Approaches to Cancer Pain Group, The Institute of Cancer Research, 15 Cotswold Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 5NG, UK
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- Department of Pain Medicine, The Royal Marsden Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW3 6JJ, UK
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García-Mata J, Álamo C, de Castro J, Contreras J, Gálvez R, Jara C, Llombart A, Pérez C, Sánchez P, Traseira S, Cruz JJ. A survey of perceptions, attitudes, knowledge and practices of medical oncologists about cancer pain management in Spain. Clin Transl Oncol 2018; 20:1061-1071. [PMID: 29721765 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-017-1826-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2017] [Accepted: 12/23/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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PURPOSE To monitor oncologists' perspective on cancer pain management. METHODS An anonymized survey was conducted in two waves. First, over a convenience sample of oncologists known to be particularly concerned with the management of pain. Second, using a random sample of oncologists. RESULTS In total, 73 and 82 oncologists participated in the first and second wave, respectively. Many oncologists reported to have good knowledge of analgesic drugs (95.9%), the mechanism of action of opioids (79.5%), and good skills to manage opioid-related bowel dysfunction (76.7%). Appropriate adjustment of background medication to manage breakthrough pain was reported by 95.5% of oncologists. Additionally, 87.7% (68.3% in the second wave, p = 0.035) of oncologists reported suitable opioid titration practices, and 90.4% reported to use co-adjuvant medications for neuropathic pain confidently. On the other hand, just 9.6% of oncologists participated in multidisciplinary pain management teams, and merely 30.3 and 27.1% reported to routinely collaborate with the Pain Clinics or involve other staff, respectively. Only 26.4% of the oncologists of the second wave gave priority to pain pathophysiology to decide therapies, and up to 75.6% reported difficulties in treating neuropathic pain. Significantly less oncologists of the second wave (82.9 vs. 94.5%, p = 0.001) used opioid rotation routinely. CONCLUSIONS Unlike in previous surveys, medical oncologists reported in general good knowledge and few perceived limitations and barriers for pain management. However, multi-disciplinary management and collaboration with other specialists are still uncommon. Oncologists' commitment to optimize pain management seems important to improve and maintain good practices.
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- Jesús García-Mata
- Medical Oncology Department, Santa María Nai Hospital, Orense, Spain
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- Department of Pharmacology, University of Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
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- Radiotherapeutic Oncology Department, Carlos Haya Hospital, Málaga, Spain
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- Pain Clinic and Palliative Care Unit, Virgen de las Nieves Hospital, Granada, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Alcorcón Hospital, Madrid, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Arnau de Vilanova Hospital, Valencia, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Specialty Hospital, Jaén, Spain
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- Medical Department, Mundipharma Pharmaceuticals, Madrid, Spain
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- Hospital Universitario de Salamanca-Universidad de Salamanca (USAL), Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Salamanca (IBSAL), Salamanca, Spain.
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Rau KM, Chen JS, Wu HB, Lin SF, Huang ML, Tai CJ, Hwang WL, Lu YC, Wang CC, Kuen Hsieh R. Cancer-related pain: a nationwide survey of patients' treatment modification and satisfaction in Taiwan. Jpn J Clin Oncol 2018; 47:1060-1065. [PMID: 28973687 PMCID: PMC5896696 DOI: 10.1093/jjco/hyx124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2017] [Accepted: 08/11/2017] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Background We have limited knowledge about cancer patients' pain control satisfaction in outpatient departments in Taiwan and doctors' practice of adjusting analgesics according to their pain status. This survey examined pain management and satisfaction among cancer outpatients with pain and obtained information on their quality of life and treatment management for different pain intensities. Methods The Short version of the Brief Pain Inventory was used as the outcome questionnaire. Participants comprised 2075 patients with different cancers and disease statuses at 14 oncological outpatient departments, of which 1051 reported pain within the week prior to testing. The impact of pain management on physical and psychological functioning, and satisfaction with doctors were evaluated. Information about doctors' prescriptions was collected. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to evaluate whether the interference scale performed identically in the different analgesic ladders. Results Pain was significantly linked to disease status and affected patients' physical and psychiatric functioning. Almost 100% of patients were satisfied with their pain control, but more than 70% of doctors did not change analgesics based on patients' current pain status. The results show that although patients were satisfied with their physicians, treatment of cancer pain was still suboptimal. Conclusion Pain assessment and treatment need to be more thorough and management guidelines should be revised to improve pain control in patients with cancer.
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- Kun-Ming Rau
- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung.,Chang Gung University, College of Medicine
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- Chang Gung University, College of Medicine.,Division of Medical Oncology, Hematology-Oncology Department of Internal Medicine, Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan
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- Division of Hematology Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei City Hospital, Renai branch, Taipei
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- Faculty of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung
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- Division of Oncology, Department of Oncology and Cancer Study, Da Chien Hospital, Miaoli
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Taipei Medicine University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.,Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chia-Yi
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- Division of Medical Oncology in the Hematology-Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taiwan
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Willson ML, Vernooij RW, Gagliardi AR, Armstrong M, Bernhardsson S, Brouwers M, Bussières A, Fleuren M, Gali K, Huckson S, Jones S, Lewis SZ, James R, Marshall C, Mazza D. Questionnaires used to assess barriers of clinical guideline use among physicians are not comprehensive, reliable, or valid: a scoping review. J Clin Epidemiol 2017; 86:25-38. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2016.12.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2016] [Revised: 11/27/2016] [Accepted: 12/23/2016] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Lehto JT, Hakkarainen K, Kellokumpu-Lehtinen PL, Saarto T. Undergraduate curriculum in palliative medicine at Tampere University increases students' knowledge. BMC Palliat Care 2017; 16:13. [PMID: 28122553 PMCID: PMC5264301 DOI: 10.1186/s12904-016-0182-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2016] [Accepted: 12/30/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Education in palliative medicine (PM) at medical schools reveals wide variation despite the increasing importance of palliative care. Many universities present poor description of the benefits and detailed content of the total curriculum in PM. Using the recommendations of European Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) as a reference, we evaluated the content and outcomes of the curriculum in PM at the University of Tampere, Finland. METHODS We searched for a PM curriculum by examining the teaching offered by every specialty and compared it to EAPC recommendations. Students' knowledge was evaluated using a progress test over three consecutive years. RESULTS We found 53.5 teaching hours addressing PM issues, which exceeds the recommendation of the EAPC. Basics, symptom management, ethics, and communication skills were well established, while education in psychosocial/spiritual aspects, teamwork and self-reflection failed to reach the recommendations. Out of the maximum of 4.0, the progress test mean scores in PM among the third, fourth, fifth and sixth year students were 0.1 (SD 0.71), 0.69 (SD 1.28), 1.38 (SD 1.46) and 2.53 (SD 1.26), respectively (p < 0.001). This growing knowledge was associated with the timely increase in teaching provided through the PM discipline. In addition, the students who completed the optional PM course achieved better mean scores (2.66; SD 1.27) than the others (1.33; SD 1.43) (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The curriculum in PM at the University of Tampere is integrated into the teaching of many disciplines and complied well with the EAPC recommendations. This education led to increasing knowledge in PM among medical students.
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- Juho T Lehto
- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland. .,Department of Oncology, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland. .,Department of Oncology, Palliative Care Unit, Tampere University Hospital, Teiskontie 35, Rbuilding, 33520, Tampere, Finland.
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.,Department of Oncology, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center and Faculty of Medicine, Helsinki University Central Hospital, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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A Nationwide Retrospective Study of Opioid Management Patterns in 2,468 Patients with Spinal Pain in Korea. Asian Spine J 2016; 10:1122-1131. [PMID: 27994790 PMCID: PMC5165004 DOI: 10.4184/asj.2016.10.6.1122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2016] [Revised: 11/18/2016] [Accepted: 11/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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STUDY DESIGN Retrospective patient data collection and investigator survey. PURPOSE To investigate patterns of opioid treatment for pain caused by spinal disorders in Korea. OVERVIEW OF LITERATURE Opioid analgesic prescription and adequacy of consumption measures in Korea have markedly increased in the past decade, suggesting changing patterns in pain management practice; however, there is lack of integrated data specific to Korean population. METHODS Patient data were collected from medical records at 34 university hospitals in Korea. Outpatients receiving opioids for pain caused by spinal disorders were included in the study. Treatment patterns, including opioid types, doses, treatment duration, outcomes, and adverse drug reactions (ADRs), were evaluated. Investigators were interviewed on their perceptions of opioid use for spinal disorders. RESULTS Among 2,468 analyzed cases, spinal stenosis (42.8%) was the most common presentation, followed by disc herniation (24.2%) and vertebral fracture (17.5%). In addition, a greater proportion of patients experienced severe pain (73.9%) rather than moderate (19.9%) or mild (0.7%) pain. Oxycodone (51.9%) and fentanyl (50.8%) were the most frequently prescribed opioids; most patients were prescribed relatively low doses. The median duration of opioid treatment was 84 days. Pain relief was superior in patients with longer treatment duration (≥2 months) or with nociceptive pain than in those with shorter treatment duration or with neuropathic or mixed-type pain. ADRs were observed in 8.6% of cases. According to the investigators' survey, "excellent analgesic effect" was a perceived advantage of opioids, while safety concerns were a disadvantage. CONCLUSIONS Opioid usage patterns in patients with spinal disorders are in alignment with international guidelines for spinal pain management. Future prospective studies may address the suitability of opioids for spinal pain treatment by using appropriate objective measurement tools.
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Physicians' Attitudes to Clinical Pain Management and Education: Survey from a Middle Eastern Country. Pain Res Manag 2016; 2016:1358593. [PMID: 27445596 PMCID: PMC4904623 DOI: 10.1155/2016/1358593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2015] [Accepted: 07/31/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Despite promising initiatives to advance the practice of pain management in Middle Eastern countries, their pain care lags behind developed countries. The objectives of this study are to evaluate physicians' assessment of their own competency in pain management, to assess physicians' practice related to pain management, and to identify physician-related barriers to effective pain control. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 3 teaching medical centers in Lebanon targeting the above-mentioned outcomes and assessing the impact of physicians' years in practice on the studied end-points. A total of 69 physicians were surveyed. Fifty-seven percent reported "very good to excellent" pain management skills; only 25% of them described the need for continuing professional development. When treating patients with pain, 52% of physicians refer to updated international guidelines, whereas 43% rely on their own judgment. Physicians were more likely to consult with another physician (65%) rather than a pharmacist (12%) when treating patients with pain. Fear of adverse effects of analgesics was the most commonly reported barrier (45%) to pain control among physicians from different career stages. Based on these survey findings, national pain management and practice policies are needed to optimize this area of deficiency in patient care.
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Kinoshita S, Miyashita M, Morita T, Sato K, Miyazaki T, Shoji A, Chiba Y, Tsuneto S, Shima Y. Changes in Perceptions of Opioids Before and After Admission to Palliative Care Units in Japan: Results of a Nationwide Bereaved Family Member Survey. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 2015; 33:431-8. [PMID: 25862807 DOI: 10.1177/1049909115579407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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This study aimed to clarify perspectives of bereaved family members regarding opioids and compare perceptions before admission and after bereavement. A cross-sectional questionnaire survey for bereaved family members in 100 inpatient palliative care units was administered. Participants were 297 bereaved family members of patients who used opioids. Many bereaved family members had misconceptions of opioids before admission. There was improvement after bereavement, but understanding remained low. Respondents less than 65 years old showed significantly greater decreases in misconceptions regarding opioids compared to older generations, after bereavement. Bereaved family members who were misinformed about opioids by physicians were significantly more likely to have misconceptions about opioids. Educational interventions for physicians are needed to ensure that they offer correct information to the general population.
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- Satomi Kinoshita
- College of Nursing, Kanto Gakuin University, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Division of Palliative Nursing, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Palliative and Supportive Care, Seirei Mikatahara General Hospital, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Division of Palliative Nursing, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Palliative Nursing, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Palliative Nursing, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Japan
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- Division of Palliative Nursing, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, Tsukuba Medical Center Hospital, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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Besse K, Vernooij-Dassen M, Vissers K, Engels Y. The Impact of a National Guideline on the Management of Cancer Pain on the Practice of Pain Assessment and Registration. Pain Pract 2014; 16:148-53. [PMID: 25546262 DOI: 10.1111/papr.12270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2014] [Revised: 09/22/2014] [Accepted: 10/10/2014] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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The Dutch clinical practice guideline on the diagnosis and management of pain in patients with cancer was published in 2008 and intensively promoted to healthcare professionals who see patients with cancer. One of the most important recommendations is the systematic registering of the pain and its intensity. To evaluate in which degree this part of the practice guideline is implemented, we analyzed the medical records of patients attending the outpatient oncological clinic in an academic hospital, a large teaching hospital, and 4 smaller peripheral hospitals. None of the participating hospitals assessed pain by a standardized scale. Reference to pain in the medical record happened more frequently in the academic hospital than in the other hospitals. The frequency of recording pain in the medical record in the academic hospital was much higher in this study than the one previously reported, whereas the findings in the other hospitals were comparable. There may be several reasons for the difference in reporting rate of pain in patients with cancer. Our findings indicate that the clinical practice guideline with regard to pain registration is poorly implemented in oncology outpatient clinics. More efforts should be made to generate the awareness for the need of pain registration.
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- Kees Besse
- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Palliative Medicine, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Scientific Institute for Quality of Healthcare, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.,Department of Primary and Community Care, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre and Kalorama Foundation, Beek-Ubbergen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Palliative Medicine, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Pain and Palliative Medicine, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Pain is a devastating symptom of cancer that affects the quality of life of patients, families, and caregivers. It is a multidimensional symptom that includes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual components. Despite the development of novel analgesics and updated pain guidelines, cancer pain remains undermanaged, and some patients with moderate to severe pain do not receive adequate pain treatment. Inadequate pain management can be attributed to barriers related to health care professionals, patients, and the health care system. Common professional-related barriers include poor pain assessment, lack of knowledge and skill, and the reluctance of physicians to prescribe opioids. Patient-related barriers include cognitive factors, affective factors, and adherence to analgesic regimens. System-related barriers such as limits on access to opioids and the availability of pain and palliative care specialists present additional challenges, particularly in resource-poor regions. Given the multidimensional nature of cancer pain and the multifaceted barriers involved, effective pain control mandates multidisciplinary interventions from interprofessional teams. Educational interventions for patients and health care professionals may improve the success of pain management.
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- Jung Hye Kwon
- From Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Cleary J, Ddungu H, Distelhorst SR, Ripamonti C, Rodin GM, Bushnaq MA, Clegg-Lamptey JN, Connor SR, Diwani MB, Eniu A, Harford JB, Kumar S, Rajagopal MR, Thompson B, Gralow JR, Anderson BO. Supportive and palliative care for metastatic breast cancer: resource allocations in low- and middle-income countries. A Breast Health Global Initiative 2013 consensus statement. Breast 2013; 22:616-27. [PMID: 23972474 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2013.07.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2013] [Accepted: 07/23/2013] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Many women diagnosed with breast cancer in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) present with advanced-stage disease. While cure is not a realistic outcome, site-specific interventions, supportive care, and palliative care can achieve meaningful outcomes and improve quality of life. As part of the 5th Breast Health Global Initiative (BHGI) Global Summit, an expert international panel identified thirteen key resource recommendations for supportive and palliative care for metastatic breast cancer. The recommendations are presented in three resource-stratified tables: health system resource allocations, resource allocations for organ-based metastatic breast cancer, and resource allocations for palliative care. These tables illustrate how health systems can provide supportive and palliative care services for patients at a basic level of available resources, and incrementally add services as more resources become available. The health systems table includes health professional education, patient and family education, palliative care models, and diagnostic testing. The metastatic disease management table provides recommendations for supportive care for bone, brain, liver, lung, and skin metastases as well as bowel obstruction. The third table includes the palliative care recommendations: pain management, and psychosocial and spiritual aspects of care. The panel considered pain management a priority at a basic level of resource allocation and emphasized the need for morphine to be easily available in LMICs. Regular pain assessments and the proper use of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions are recommended. Basic-level resources for psychosocial and spiritual aspects of care include health professional and patient and family education, as well as patient support, including community-based peer support.
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- James Cleary
- University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center, Madison, WI, USA
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