Transdermal Fentanyl for Pain Caused by Radiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Treated in an Outpatient Setting: A Multicenter Trial in Taiwan

Abstract

Our data provide evidence that transdermal fentanyl is effective and relatively easy to use for outpatient treatment of pain control in head and neck cancer patients following radiotherapy in selected patients. Reduction of side effects and effective pain management need to be paramount in the management of head and neck cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy.