Identifying Barriers to Effective Cancer Pain Management in Oman: Implications for Palliative Care.
Husain Ali AlaswamiAtika Ahmed Al MusalamiMuaeen Hamed Al SaadiAdhari Abdullah AlZaabiPublished in: Current oncology (Toronto, Ont.) (2024)
The findings highlight significant attitudinal barriers to effective cancer pain management in Oman, notably a prevalent fear of medication tolerance. The study stresses on the need for targeted patient education and the correction of misconceptions. It also points to the influence of cultural and religious beliefs on patient responses, advocating for the implementation of culturally sensitive, evidence-based pain management guidelines, and the support of multidisciplinary palliative care teams.