The use of methadone for cancer pain

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作者
Ripamonti, C
Bianchi, M
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[1] Natl Canc Inst, Rehabil & Palliat Care Operat Unit, I-20133 Milan, Italy
[2] Univ Milan, Dept Pharmacol, I-20129 Milan, Italy
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10.1016/S0889-8588(02)00017-5
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R73 [肿瘤学];
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100214 ;
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This article briefly summarizes the most significant data on the pharmacology and on the clinical use of methadone. The authors hope that the information provided in this article will help to promote more extensive and appropriate use of methadone for the treatment of pain in patients with advanced cancer.
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