Effects of Opioids on Immune and Endocrine Function in Patients with Cancer Pain
(2023)
Journal Article
Bradley, A., & Boland, J. W. (2023). Effects of Opioids on Immune and Endocrine Function in Patients with Cancer Pain. Current Treatment Options in Oncology, 24(7), 867-879. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11864-023-01091-2
Opioids are an important treatment in managing cancer pain. Uncontrolled pain can be detrimental to function and quality of life. Common adverse effects of opioids such as sedation, constipation and nausea are well recognised, but opioid effects on t... Read More about Effects of Opioids on Immune and Endocrine Function in Patients with Cancer Pain.