Cannabinoids use in adolescents and young adults with cancer: a single-center survey. Issue 4 (August 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Podda, Marta; Pagani Bagliacca, Elena; Sironi, Giovanna; Veneroni, Laura; Silva, Matteo; Angi, Martina; Massimino, Maura; Ferrari, Andrea; Clerici, Carlo Alfredo
• Is Part Of: Tumori. Volume 106:Issue 4(2020)
• Page Start: 281
• Page End: 285
• Publication Date: 2020-08
• Subjects: Cannabinoids -- adolescents -- young adults -- therapeutic effects -- cancer; Cancer -- Periodicals; 616.994
• DOI: 10.1177/0300891620912022
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0300-8916

Abstract

Objective: To present an investigation into the intake of cannabinoids in a population of adolescents and young adults with cancer. Methods: Sixty-six patients took part in the research: 27 reported having used cannabinoids, 21 before diagnosis; among the latter, 10 increased use during treatment. Results: Benefits were reported by 19% of responders regarding anxiety control, 24% for nausea, 29% for pain control and improvement of sleep, and 48% for appetite improvement. Conclusions: Cannabis use by patients may often be unknown to caregivers. Studying this subject may help to better define important therapeutic aspects of these substances.