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A systematic review of subcutaneous versus intramuscular or intravenous routes of opioid administration on pain outcomes in cancer and post-surgical clinical populations – challenging current assumptions in palliative care practice.
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British Journal of Pain . Apr2023, Vol. 17 Issue 2, p152-165. 14p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Objective: The objective of this review is to investigate the use of the subcutaneous route of administration of analgesics, common practice within palliative medicine. Design: Systematic review using consensus approach, direct comparison of subcutaneous route with intravenous and intramuscular routes. Results: The limited available evidence demonstrates non-inferiority of the subcutaneous route in both cancer patients and those post-surgery. Pain management is comparable to other routes. Route-related side effects are rare and systemic side effects are comparable. Conclusion: Pain management is a critical role of palliative medicine. The subcutaneous route of administration offers a viable option for the delivery of parenteral analgesia within all settings, including the community. This review supports current practice, demonstrating equivalence with more invasive routes of administration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20494637
- Volume :
- 17
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Pain
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 162973490
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/20494637221135835