Italian Oncological Pain Survey (IOPS): A Multicentre Italian Study of Breakthrough Pain Performed in Different Settings

Conclusion: This survey performed by an Italian observatory expert review group, has confirmed that the BTP represents a clinically relevant condition with a negative impact on the patient’s quality of life. BTP was detected in all settings involved. A number of factors are associated with the BTP. Also factors regarding the course of disease and setting of care have been assessed. This information may help in stratifying patients or predicting the risk of development of BTP with specific characteristics.
Source: The Clinical Journal of Pain - Category: Anesthesiology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research