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Navigating the 'Pits and Perils' of Analgesic Therapy in Advanced Liver Disease and Cirrhosis.

Journal of gastrointestinal and liver diseases : JGLD
January 1, 1970
George Sarin Zacharia et al. (2 authors)
Journal ArticleReviewHuman Study
Study Details

Study Goal

The researchers aimed to evaluate the role of massage as part of a holistic pain management strategy in patients with advanced liver diseases.

Results Summary

The abstract suggests that massage, along with other nonpharmacological approaches, contributes to a comprehensive pain management strategy in cirrhosis, though specific efficacy data for massage alone are not detailed.

Population

Patients with advanced liver diseases, particularly cirrhosis.

Effective Dosage

Not specified

Duration

Not specified

Interactions

None mentioned

Extracted Claims (11)
InterventionDirectionEndpointPopulationDosageImpactClaim #
Acetaminophen
no change
liver failure
individuals with hepatic dysfunction
within recommended dosages
is considered safe
#1
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
increase
complications like renal failure and gastrointestinal bleeding
patients with cirrhosis
-
pose risks
#2
Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors
increase
cardiovascular concerns
-
-
use is discouraged
#3
Opiates
increase
adverse effects, and the risk of addiction
patients with cirrhosis
-
require cautious use
#4
Tricyclic antidepressants like nortriptyline and desipramine
decrease
neuropathic pain
-
-
can be utilized
#5
SSRIs and SNRIs
no change
neuropathic pain
-
-
are not recommended
#6
Anticonvulsants such as gabapentin and pregabalin
decrease
neuropathic pain
-
-
are preferred
#7
gabapentin
decrease
neuropathic pain
-
-
being the first-line choice
#8
Topical analgesics, including NSAIDs, lidocaine, and rubefacients
increase
localized relief with minimal systemic effects
patients with cirrhosis
-
are deemed safe
#9
Nonpharmacological approaches addressing medical, psychological, and socio-economic factors
increase
analgesic therapy
patients with advanced liver diseases
-
are crucial adjuvants
#10
Physiotherapy, psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, acupuncture, and traditional practices like yoga and massage, as well as novel modalities
increase
a holistic pain management strategy
-
-
contribute to
#11
Abstract

The role of the liver in drug metabolism makes individuals with hepatic dysfunction more susceptible to adverse drug reactions, necessitating careful consideration in analgesic selection and dosing. Acetaminophen, despite being a common cause of liver failure, is considered safe within recommended dosages. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), while effective, pose risks in cirrhosis due to complications like renal failure and gastrointestinal bleeding. Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors have limited data, and their use is discouraged due to cardiovascular concerns. Opiates, though potent, require cautious use in cirrhosis due to altered metabolism, potential adverse effects, and the risk of addiction. Tricyclic antidepressants like nortriptyline and desipramine can be utilized for neuropathic pain, while SSRIs and SNRIs are not recommended. Anticonvulsants such as gabapentin and pregabalin are preferred for neuropathic pain, with gabapentin being the first-line choice. Topical analgesics, including NSAIDs, lidocaine, and rubefacients, are deemed safe for use in cirrhosis, offering localized relief with minimal systemic effects. Nonpharmacological approaches addressing medical, psychological, and socio-economic factors are crucial adjuvants to analgesic therapy in advanced liver diseases. Physiotherapy, psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, relaxation techniques, acupuncture, and traditional practices like yoga and massage, as well as novel modalities, contribute to a holistic pain management strategy. This review provides healthcare professionals with valuable insights into the complex landscape of analgesic therapy in cirrhosis. Meticulous consideration of drug metabolism, hepatic safety, and individual patient factors is paramount in optimizing pain management strategies for this challenging patient population.

Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
HumansAnalgesicsLiver CirrhosisPain ManagementLiver Diseases
Study Links
Quality Scores
SafetyNot Assessed
Efficacy70/10
Quality60/10
Citation Metrics
Total Citations1
Citations/Year1.0
Research Impact Scores
APT Score0.05
Weight Score1.21
Normalized Score0.60
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