Klein C, Lang U, Bükki J, Sittl R, Ostgathe C (2011)
Publication Type: Journal article, Review article
Publication year: 2011
Book Volume: 6
Pages Range: 27-34
Journal Issue: 1
DOI: 10.1159/000324702
Patients with advanced lifelimiting disease often suffer from symptoms that considerably impair their quality of life and that of their families. Palliative care aims to alleviate these symptoms by a multidimensional approach. Pharmacotherapy is an essential component. The objective of this review is to give an overview of symptomoriented drug therapy for the most important symptoms in palliative care. Leading symptoms that affect quality of life include pain, dyspnea, nausea and emesis, weakness and disorientation. Careful examination and history taking help to understand the individual mechanisms underlying these symptoms. Specific pharmacotherapy provides an efficient way to achieve symptom control in the context of palliative care. Copyright © 2011 S. Karger AG, Basel.
APA:
Klein, C., Lang, U., Bükki, J., Sittl, R., & Ostgathe, C. (2011). Pain management and symptom-oriented drug therapy in palliative care. Breast Care, 6(1), 27-34. https://doi.org/10.1159/000324702
MLA:
Klein, Carsten, et al. "Pain management and symptom-oriented drug therapy in palliative care." Breast Care 6.1 (2011): 27-34.
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