The multidimensional nature of cancer-related pain

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Authors

Tim A. Ahles · University at Albany, State University of New York

Edward B. Blanchard · University at Albany, State University of New York

John C. Ruckdeschel · University at Albany, State University of New York

Abstract

A critical review of the literature examining the assessment of cancer-related pain revealed a lack of systematic research. In the present study, 40 patients with cancer-related pain were compared to 37 pain-free cancer patients matched on diagnosis, stage of disease, age, sex, and inpatient vs. outpatient status. The results supported a multidimensional conceptualization of cancer-related pain consisting of sensory, affective, cognitive, and behavioral components.

Topics & Keywords

Pain Management and Opioid Use Pediatric Pain Management Techniques Psychosomatic Disorders and Their Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Pain

Volume 17, Issue 3, pp. 277-288

DOI: 10.1016/0304-3959(83)90100-8

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