Opioid Therapy for Cancer Pain in Vietnam: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Perceived Barriers Among Health Care Professionals, Policymakers, and Regulators.
Trang NguyenAnh DamDuong NguyenPhuong TranNguyen L T TruongHao NguyenDuong LePhuong Linh BuiThe ThanTrang DangCaroline PhelanEric L KrakauerPham Thanh TungPublished in: JCO global oncology (2024)
This study found a knowledge deficit and negative attitudes toward opioid therapy for cancer pain among HCPs and policymakers/regulators. Improving education and training in opioid therapy is essential. Recognizing major barriers can guide strategies to enhance safe opioid accessibility for cancer pain management in Vietnam.