Precision Targeting of Cancer Pain, Rekindling Hope for Life

Precision Targeting of Cancer Pain, Rekindling Hope for Life

In the prolonged battle against advanced cancer, cancer-related pain often becomes the most pervasive "invisible enemy." Traditional analgesics frequently fail to alleviate severe pain caused by upper abdominal malignancies such as pancreatic or gastric cancer. Celiac plexus neurolysis (CPN), a minimally invasive interventional technique, now offers breakthrough pain relief for countless patients.

From Despair to Renewal: A Patient’s Journey

Mr. Liu, a 66-year-old with advanced gastric cancer, endured persistent agonizing abdominal pain requiring 30mg oxycodone hydrochloride sustained-release tablets every 12 hours. Despite high-dose opioids, he suffered vomiting and constipation. After learning about CPN from fellow patients, he sought treatment at our pain management department.

In collaboration with Dr. Chen Yu, Director of Minimally Invasive Interventional Radiotherapy at the Lanzhou Heavy Ion Hospital, we successfully performed CPN.

The image shows Director Chen Yu from the ​​Department of Minimally Invasive Interventional Radiotherapy​​

and Director Zhang Depeng from the ​​Department of Pain Management​​ collaborating in surgery.

Post-Treatment Outcomes

Following CT-guided CPN:

● Oxycodone dosage reduced to 10mg Q12h

● Pain score dropped from 8/10 (severe) to 1/10 (mild)

● Vomiting and constipation significantly resolved

● Quality of life markedly improved

Scientific Mechanism: Disrupting the Pain Hub The celiac plexus serves as the core relay for visceral pain transmission. CPN involves:Precision Targeting: CT-guided needle placement around the plexusChemical Disruption: Injection of dehydrated alcohol or phenol glycerol to selectively block nociceptive signalsClinical Advantages

● Rapid Efficacy: Over 80% of patients achieve significant pain relief within 24 hours

● Opioid Reduction: Decreases opioid requirements by 50%-7m0%, minimizing addiction risks and side effects

● Minimally Invasive: Local anesthesia only, needle-tip incision, suitable for elderly patientsOur CommitmentWhile cancer may not yet be curable, pain must be treatable. CPN exemplifies technology preserving dignity for advanced cancer patients.If you or loved ones suffer from cancer pain, consult our pain specialists to explore pain-free possibilities.(Note: Treatment plans require individualized clinical evaluation)—Let medical compassion melt the ice of pain!

Integrated Pain Management Services at Our DepartmentWe provide comprehensive care through:

● Pain Clinics & MDT Cancer Pain Clinic

● Interventional Therapies: Intrathecal analgesic pump implantation, Neuromodulation (spinal cord/nerve stimulation), Celiac plexus neurolysis, Radiofrequency ablation, Vertebroplasty for metastatic spinal lesionsUpholding our hospital’s patient-centered legacy and multidisciplinary expertise, we pledge to alleviate suffering and restore pain-free living.

Key Terminology Validation

● Celiac Plexus Neurolysis: Standard term

● Visceral Pain: Confirmed oncology terminology

● Oxycodone HCl Sustained-Release: Pharmacologically precise

● Intrathecal Pump: Clinically established translation