Opioid intake prior to admission is not increased in elderly patients with low‐energy fractures: A case–control study in a German hospital population
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DOI: 10.1002/ejp.1247
Abstract: Recent studies revealed an increased prescription rate of opioids for elderly patients suffering bone fractures. To gain further insight, we conducted face‐to‐face interviews in the present study to compare the opioid intake between patients with… read more here.
Keywords: energy fractures; opioid intake; patients low; elderly patients ... See more keywords
Long-term Outcomes Using Intrathecal Drug Delivery Systems in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
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DOI: 10.1093/pm/pny104
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Providing durable long-term pain control for patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is challenging. A multidisciplinary approach focused on physical therapy is frequently prescribed, with opioids and invasive procedures reserved for those challenged… read more here.
Keywords: oral opioid; long term; pain; opioid intake ... See more keywords
Worst pain intensity and opioid intake during the early postoperative period were not associated with moderate-severe pain 12 months after total knee arthroplasty – a longitudinal study
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DOI: 10.1515/sjpain-2022-0007
Abstract: Abstract Objectives There are several known predictors of pain after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). However, it is unclear whether acute postoperative pain intensity and postoperative opioid intake are associated with pain 12 months after TKA.… read more here.
Keywords: opioid intake; pain intensity; worst pain; pain months ... See more keywords