Psychedelics for Cancer Pain and Associated Psychological Distress: A Narrative Review of a Potential Strategy
Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the current level of evidence for the use of psychedelics for the management of cancer pain…
Cancer pain
Pain Assessment and Management in Oncological Practice: A Survey from the Italian Network of Supportive Care in Oncology
Abstract Background/Objectives: Cancer pain is prevalent across all stages of the disease, significantly impacting patients’ lives. Despite the availability of…
Cannabinoids as a Potential Alternative to Opioids in the Management of Various Pain Subtypes: Benefits, Limitations, and Risks
Abstract Introduction: Pain is a global phenomenon encompassing many subtypes that include neuropathic, musculoskeletal, acute postoperative, cancer, and geriatric pain.…
Opioid-sparing effects of medical cannabis or cannabinoids for chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised and observational studies
Abstract Objective: To assess the efficacy and harms of adding medical cannabis to prescription opioids among people living with chronic…
Recent advances in understanding and managing cancer pain
Abstract Cancer pain remains a significant clinical problem worldwide. Causes of cancer pain are multifactorial and complex and are likely…