Lund University Hospital

This study looked at whether starting palliative care early helps people with advanced upper GI or colorectal cancer feel better. 108 patients were split into two groups: one had early contact with a palliative care team, the other only when needed. Researchers tracked quality of…

This study tested whether giving the numbing drug lidocaine through a vein during and after liver surgery can lower pain and reduce the need for strong opioid painkillers. 124 adults having minor liver surgery were randomly assigned to receive either lidocaine or a placebo (salt …

This study looked at whether people with chronic non-cancer pain who take opioids daily can slowly reduce their dose without worsening pain or quality of life. 140 participants were split into two groups: one started tapering right away, the other waited 4 months. Researchers tra…