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ModeratePalliative CareCancer pain – strong opioidsuk-plab-1

A 70-year-old woman with metastatic breast cancer complains of severe generalised bone pain. Adjusting her immediate-release Morphine has provided little sustained relief and she is using frequent breakthrough doses. She is opioid-naive otherwise and has no renal impairment. According to palliative care guidance, what is the most appropriate next step?

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