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Pain is a significant problem in individuals with cancer. Pain occurs in approximately 39.3% after curative treatment; 55.0% during anticancer treatment; and 66.4% in advanced, metastatic, or terminal disease. Moderate to severe pain (numerical rating scale score >/=5) is common and reported by 38.0% of all patients. This demonstrates a significant challenge as unrelieved pain can have a detrimental impact on patient outcomes and quality of life. Opioids are the mainstay of cancer pain management along with co-analgesics such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDS), anticonvulsants, and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). Nonpharmacologic modalities are also important to employ and include education, cognitive behavioral therapy, and other important strategies to facilitate coping and overall comfort. This presentation will highlight evidence-based strategies for the assessment and management of pain in patients with cancer.
Oncology nurses
Trainee oncology doctors
General practitioners
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