Journal of pain and symptom management
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Aug 2013
Review Meta AnalysisAssessment and management of adult cancer pain: a systematic review and synthesis of recent qualitative studies aimed at developing insights for managing barriers and optimizing facilitators within a comprehensive framework of patient care.
Cancer pain is a common, burdensome problem, which is not well managed despite evidence-based guidelines. ⋯ Findings highlight the need to integrate patient/family education within improved communication, individualize care, use more nonpharmacological strategies, empower patients/families to self-manage pain, and reorganize multidisciplinary roles around patient-centered care and outcomes. These conclusions require validation via consensus and intervention trials.