Onkologie. 2015:9(5):239-241

Treatment of pain in cancer patients, focusing on breakthrough pain

Lukáš Pochop
Klinika komplexní onkologické péče, Masarykův onkologický ústav, Brno

Cancer induced chronic pain affects great percentage of oncologic patients. Major subgroup of these patients also suffers from breakthrough

pain which negatively influences their quality of life. Pharmacological or non-pharmacological approaches can be used to treat

cancer pain. Recently we have been using new formula of transmucosal opioids. Their simple usage and quick pain relief represent an

adequate medical form to treat breakthrough pain.

Keywords: cancer pain, breakthrough pain, opioids, fentanyl

Published: December 1, 2015  Show citation

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