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By repositioning medication review as the central, decision-guiding process in cancer pain management, this article addresses a persistent implementation gap and presents an actionable pathway applicable across diverse oncology settings.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Data Sources<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A narrative review of published literature was conducted using PubMed, MEDLINE, and relevant clinical guideline databases. Search terms included cancer pain management, medication review, adverse drug events, polypharmacy, opioid safety, pharmaceutical care, patient safety, and transitions of care. International guidelines from the WHO, EAPC, and ESMO were also consulted.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Data Summary<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Cancer pain remains undertreated in up to 40% of patients, with polypharmacy affecting 57\u201384% of older adults with cancer and significantly increasing the risk of adverse drug events (ADEs). Evidence supports structured medication review as an effective strategy to identify drug-related problems, optimize analgesic regimens, prevent medication errors, and improve continuity of care. 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