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Intraventricular morphine for intractable craniofacial pain.

T L Lee1, A Kumar, G Baratham

  • 1Department of Anaesthesia, National University Hospital, Singapore.

Singapore Medical Journal
|June 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

This report details successful chronic pain management in a craniofacial neoplasm patient using intraventricular morphine. This advanced treatment offered pain relief when oral methods failed, improving quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuro-oncology
  • Pain Management
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Advanced craniofacial neoplasms can cause severe, intractable pain.
  • Standard high-dose oral opioid therapy may be insufficient for refractory cancer pain.

Observation:

  • A patient with recurrent palate carcinoma experienced intractable pain despite maximal oral morphine.
  • Investigations confirmed extensive neoplastic infiltration.

Findings:

  • Intraventricular morphine administration via an Ommaya reservoir provided effective pain control.
  • Doses ranged from 0.25 to 1 mg daily, achieving a pain-free state.
  • Treatment was successfully managed at home with nursing support.

Implications:

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  • Intraventricular narcotic administration is a viable option for refractory cancer pain.
  • This method can improve quality of life in advanced cancer patients.
  • Home-based management is feasible with appropriate support and supervision.