Prevention and Treatment of Chronic and Opioid-Induced Constipation in Patients with Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (RP511)

Constipation occurs in over 60% of persons with cancer during treatment and in palliative care. Constipation leads to physical and psychological distress and impacts quality of life; however, the evidence on prevention and resolution of symptoms is limited.

Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - June 20, 2020 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Pamela Ginex, Brian Hanson, Yufen Lin, Kristine LeFebvre, Kerri Moriarty, Christine Maloney, Mark Vrabel, Rebecca Morgan Source Type: research