Cancer pain and its impact on diagnosis, survival and quality of life
Published Oct 1, 2006 · P. Mantyh
Nature Reviews Neuroscience
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Abstract
Cancer pain significantly affects the diagnosis, quality of life and survival of patients with cancer. During the past decade, preclinical and clinical data has begun to provide insight into the mechanisms that drive and mask cancer pain and the mechanisms by which anti-neoplastic agents induce peripheral neuropathy. Developing a mechanism-based understanding and mechanism-based therapies to treat cancer-associated pain and sensory neuropathy, and incorporating these into mainstream cancer research and therapy, will be crucial to improving the quality of life and survival of patients with cancer.
Study Snapshot
Key takeawayCancer pain significantly impacts diagnosis, quality of life, and survival, and developing mechanism-based therapies to treat it is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.