Principles of cancer pain management: An overview and focus on pharmacological and interventional strategies

Clinical problems of patients with cachexia due to chronic illness: a congress report

“…Psychological comorbidities like depression, distress, and anxiety can also worsen pain in affected patients 52 and vice versa 53 . Associate Professor Strasser differentiated pain in nociceptive pain, including superficial, deep somatic or visceral pain, and neuropathic pain 54 . Inflammatory mediators, for example, tumour necrosis factor–alpha, cyclooxygenase 2 enzymes, interleukin 1, and interleukin 6, were illustrated as possible pain modulators, 55 yet more research is needed to better understand the pathophysiology of pain.…”

Education is the key to the provision of quality palliative care

“…Yoong and Poon consider the latest developments in the principles of cancer pain management, including pharmacological and other interventional strategies. 8 Tran et al reflect on the challenges for GPs in helping their patients with advance care decision-making. 9 Reymond et al review home-based palliative care, where GPs have a key role.…”

Effectiveness of collaboration between oncology pharmacists and anaesthesiologists for inpatient cancer pain management: A pilot study in Taiwan

“… 12 Management of cancer pain should be proactive and driven by an understanding of pain mechanisms; and it should include the optimal use of multimodality interventions provided by a consultation with pain or palliative medicine physicians. 13 Studies have shown that pharmacists can have a positive impact on clinical care by leading or collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to identify drug-related problems. 14 , 15 …”