The management of neuropathic pain in a patient with retroperitoneal tumour

Abstract

This paper analyses the case report of a 62-year-old man diagnosed with retroperitoneal tumour and severe intensity of neuropathic pain localized in the right lower extremity. Patient was administrated prolonged– release oxycodone/naloxone tablets as well as adjuvant analgesics. Previous pain treatment was inefficient due to inadequate dosage of prolonged–release oxycodone/naloxone tablets, lack of the use of adjuvant analgesics and unrecognition of depression. After introduction of changes in pharmacotherapy of pain and depression and psychological support satisfactory analgesic effect and significant mood improvement have been achieved.