| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5879473 | Journal of Pain and Symptom Management | 2013 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
Descriptive studies yielded promising results for the use of fentanyl for the relief of breathlessness; however, efficacy trials are lacking. Fully powered RCTs are warranted to determine the efficacy of fentanyl for breathlessness relief, but these require pilot studies to evaluate effective size, study procedures, and outcome measures.
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Authors
Steffen T. MD, MSc, Peyla Köskeroglu, Jan MD, Raymond MD,