May 27, 2026 · Paediatric anaesthesia · DOI: 10.1002/pan.70225

Pediatric Pain Management and Palliative Care in Nigeria: A Scoping Review

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This scoping review investigates the state of pediatric pain management and palliative care in Nigeria, aiming to identify barriers, facilitators, and gaps in implementation. The findings reveal significant deficiencies in healthcare providers' knowledge and practices regarding pain management, as well as a lack of adequate palliative care services for children with life-limiting illnesses. The authors emphasize the need for enhanced education, improved access to opioids, and the expansion of dedicated palliative care services to better address the needs of pediatric patients in Nigeria.

Nwokpor Nnaemeka Collins, Ifoto Oghenekaro

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