• Int J Palliat Nurs · Jan 2008

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    Diagnosis and management of neuropathic pain in palliative care.

    • Sarah Callin and Michael I Bennett.
    • Chronic Pain Team, Seacroft Hospital, York Road, Leeds, UK.
    • Int J Palliat Nurs. 2008 Jan 1;14(1):16-21.

    AbstractNeuropathic pain can be distressing and difficult to treat, and remains a problem for a significant proportion of palliative care patients. This article considers the identification and assessment of neuropathic pain, and highlights some of the challenges specific to the palliative care population. Further discussion includes definitions, pathophysiology and implications for nursing practice.

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