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Dosing and titrating opioids [PDF]

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Evidence indicates that the risk for opioid-use disorder and overdose increases as dosage increases. CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain provides recommendations about the types of opioid formulations at initiation, starting dosages ...

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CYP2D6 in the Metabolism of Opioids for Mild to Moderate Pain

open access: yes, 2011
In most cancer patients, pain is successfully treated with pharmacological measures using opioid analgesics for moderate to severe pain (strong opioids) alone or in combination with adjuvant analgesics (coanalgesics).
Wojciech Leppert
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Perioperative Opioid Use and Risk of Persistent Use After Common Otolaryngologic Procedures

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to evaluate the incidence of perioperative opioid prescription and the development of new persistent opioid usage in patients prescribed perioperative opioids for common otolaryngological procedures. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting TriNetX US Collaborative Research Network. Methods The
Michael Liu   +3 more
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CDC guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain [PDF]

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Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) conference call Wednesday, June 22, 2016he amount of opioids prescribed in the U.S. quadrupled from 1999-2014.

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Opioids with abuse-deterrent properties: A regulatory and technological overview

open access: yes, 2017
Three concurrent public health problems coexist in the United States: endemic nonmedical use/misuse of opioid analgesics, epidemic overdose fatalities involving opioid analgesics, and endemic chronic pain in adults.
J. David Haddox, DDS, MD
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Mental Health Risk Factors for Postoperative Pain in Head and Neck Free Flap Reconstruction Patients

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Head and neck cancer (HNC) surgery is associated with postoperative pain and comorbid mental health disorders (MHDs). This study assessed predictors of postoperative pain and inpatient pain service consultation following free flap reconstruction (FFR). Study Design Retrospective cohort. Setting Single‐institution database.
Daniel R. S. Habib   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Association Between Postoperative NSAID Use and Bleeding Following Transoral Robotic Surgery

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To evaluate the safety and outcomes of NSAID use following transoral robotic surgery (TORS). Study Design Retrospective cohort study using propensity score matching. Setting Multi‐institutional database (TriNetX). Methods Patients undergoing TORS were identified using ICD‐10 codes.
Brayden Seliger   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nonpharmacologic Therapy for Pediatric Posttonsillectomy Pain: A Systematic Review

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To understand efficacies of nonpharmacologic therapy for pediatric posttonsillectomy pain. Data Sources CINAHL, Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Scopus. Review Methods Studies on nonpharmacologic interventions for pediatric posttonsillectomy pain were included in this systematic review.
Justina T. Sargios   +5 more
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Impact of Institutional Protocol on Urinary Catheter Outcome Measures in Orthopedic Children Treated With Epidural Analgesia

open access: yesPediatric Anesthesia, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Epidural analgesia is commonly used for pain control after major lower‐limb orthopedic surgery in children, but it is associated with a risk of postoperative urinary retention. Consequently, urinary catheters are often placed and left in situ for the full duration of epidural analgesia, despite the potential risks of prolonged ...
Idan Katz   +6 more
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Guideline for prescribing opioids for chronic pain [PDF]

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Improving practice through recommendations.CDC\ue2\u20ac\u2122s Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain is intended to improve communication between providers and patients about the risks and benefits of opioid therapy for chronic pain ...

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