Publications by authors named "Archana Soman"
BMJ Support Palliat Care
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- The DIPPER study aims to explore the feasibility of a future trial comparing oral and transmucosal opioids for managing breakthrough pain in pediatric palliative care, as no randomized trials or standardized measures currently exist.
- An expert panel used the nominal group technique to reach consensus on practices for administering transmucosal diamorphine, including dosing and pain measurement methods for children.
- The panel recommended the buccal route for administration and specific pain assessment tools suitable for different age groups, which will inform the design of a larger randomized controlled trial.
