Cancer-related Bone Pain (Oxford Pain Management Library) [Paperback]

Andrew Davies (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0199215731 | ISBN-13: 978-0199215737 | Publication Date: February 15, 2008 | Edition: 1

Cancer-related bone pain is experienced by patients with primary bone tumours such as myeloma and osteosarcoma, but is more commonly seen in patients with malignant tumours that have metastasised to bone. Bone pain is one of the most common and severe forms of pain associated with breast, prostate and lung cancer, yet little is known about the underlying mechanisms responsible for the pain. Cancer patients identify bone pain as the most disruptive cancer-related event in terms of their quality of life and daily functioning, and it is also associated with increased incidence of morbidity, depression, and anxiety. Part of the Oxford Pain Management Library, this volume summarises the latest evidence-based and practical information on the management of cancer-related bone pain. Chapters cover the pathophysiology and clinical features of bone pain, general principles of management and the use of opioids and other agents. It will be an invaluable reference for all health care professionals involved in the management of patients with bone pain from various disciplines including palliative care, anaesthetics, oncology and general practice.

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About the Author

Dr Andrew Davies is Consultant in Palliative Medicine. His main clinical and research interests are symptom control, particularly the management of pain and oral problems.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (February 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199215731
• ISBN-13: 978-0199215737
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 3.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,341,226 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)