Prospects for the Use of Cannabinoids in Oncology and Palliative Care Practice: A Review of the Evidence

Cancers

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Tomasz Dzierżanowski¹ 

[1] Laboratory of Palliative Medicine, Department of Social Medicine and Public Health, Medical University of Warsaw, ul. Oczki 3, Warszawa 02-007, Poland;

关键词: cannabis;    cannabinoids;    cancer;    palliative care;   

DOI  :  10.3390/cancers11020129

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

There is an increased interest in the use of cannabinoids in the treatment of symptoms in cancer and palliative care patients. Their multimodal action, in spite of limited efficacy, may make them an attractive alternative, particularly in patients with multiple concomitant symptoms of mild and moderate intensity. There is evidence to indicate cannabis in the treatment of pain, spasticity, seizures, sleep disorders, nausea and vomiting, and Tourette syndrome. Although the effectiveness of cannabinoids is limited, it was confirmed in neuropathic pain management and combination with opioids. A relatively favorable adverse effects profile, including no depressive effect on the respiratory system, may make cannabis complement a rather narrow armamentarium that is in the disposition of a palliative care professional.

【 授权许可】

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