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2025 Feb 13


Pain Manag Nurs


39952863

Pharmacological Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy: A Systematic Review of Randomized Clinical Trials.

Authors

Jesus Palma AC, Antunes Júnior CR, Barreto ESR, Alencar VB, Souza AKDN, Mathias CMC, Lins-Kusterer LEF, Azi LMTA, Kraychete DC

Abstract

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) affects up to 80% of patients undergoing cytotoxic chemotherapy. This painful condition significantly impairs quality of life and often necessitates dose reduction or discontinuation of chemotherapy, negatively impacting overall survival. Currently, duloxetine is the only pharmacological treatment recommended by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). This systematic review aims to evaluate the efficacy of various pharmacological interventions in CIPN treatment, providing substantial evidence for clinical practice and future research.