Journal of pain and symptom management
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
ReviewDeep continuous sedation until death and experience of relatives and healthcare providers: a systematic review.
Continuous deep sedation until death (CDS) is a procedure commonly used in palliative care to alleviate refractory symptoms in terminally ill patients. This systematic review aims to explore the experiences of both healthcare providers (HCPs) and relatives regarding the use of CDS, highlighting emotional, ethical, and practical implications. ⋯ CDS can alleviate suffering but raises ethical and communication challenges for both families and healthcare providers. Clearer guidelines, enhanced support systems, and improved communication strategies are essential for better CDS practices.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
Review Meta AnalysisNon-pharmacological therapies for depression in women with breast cancer at different treatment phases: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.
Various non-pharmacological therapies (NPTs) have been found to be helpful for depression in women with breast cancer (BC). However, the relative efficacy of different NPTs in women with BC during different treatment phases is unclear. ⋯ Our study confirmed the efficacy of several NPTs for depression in women with BC during inter-/post-treatment phases. These results should inform future clinical decisions and guidelines for depression in women with BC.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
Review Meta AnalysisNon-pharmacological therapies for depression in women with breast cancer at different treatment phases: A systematic review and network meta-analysis.
Various non-pharmacological therapies (NPTs) have been found to be helpful for depression in women with breast cancer (BC). However, the relative efficacy of different NPTs in women with BC during different treatment phases is unclear. ⋯ Our study confirmed the efficacy of several NPTs for depression in women with BC during inter-/post-treatment phases. These results should inform future clinical decisions and guidelines for depression in women with BC.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
ReviewValidation of Pediatric Self-Report Pain Scales in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review.
Pediatric self-report pain scales must be validated in cultural/language contexts to provide optimal pain management. Sub-Saharan Africa included vast numbers of people groups, cultures, and languages. ⋯ 5 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have a self-report pediatric pain scale validated in their national language/context. Validation methods varied widely from qualitative to quantitative, including convergent, discriminant and face validity. Given the burden of pediatric pain in sub-Saharan Africa, further work is required to provide culturally appropriate and language-specific pain tools.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
ReviewValidation of Pediatric Self-Report Pain Scales in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review.
Pediatric self-report pain scales must be validated in cultural/language contexts to provide optimal pain management. Sub-Saharan Africa included vast numbers of people groups, cultures, and languages. ⋯ 5 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have a self-report pediatric pain scale validated in their national language/context. Validation methods varied widely from qualitative to quantitative, including convergent, discriminant and face validity. Given the burden of pediatric pain in sub-Saharan Africa, further work is required to provide culturally appropriate and language-specific pain tools.