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[Is cancer pain therapy insufficient?]
S Ottesen1, A T Manger, V F Lied
1Anestesiavdelingen, Baerum sykehus.
Summary
Cancer pain management has improved with increased morphine use and new administration methods. Hospitals should evaluate and enhance their pain relief programs for better patient rehabilitation and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pain Management
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Cancer pain is often perceived as inadequately managed.
- Morphine consumption for cancer pain relief in a hospital setting was analyzed.
- The study period spanned from 1983 to 1990.
Purpose:
- To assess the effectiveness of cancer pain relief in a hospital.
- To examine trends in morphine utilization for cancer pain.
- To identify areas for improvement in pain management services.
Summary:
- Morphine use for cancer pain increased significantly (20-fold) between 1983 and 1990.
- This rise is attributed to increased attention to cancer pain and greater acceptance of morphine.
- Advancements like continuous subcutaneous infusion and slow-release formulations simplified treatment.
Impact:
- Improved pain management can lead to earlier patient rehabilitation.
- Enhanced pain relief programs can significantly improve a patient's quality of life.
- Hospitals are encouraged to evaluate and reinforce their pain relief strategies.