Postoperative Opioid Prescription Practices at Discharge for Pediatric Orthopaedic Patients: A Systematic Review

• Main Authors: Jiwoo Park, BA (Author), Uma Balachandran, BA (Author), Brittany Sacks, BS (Author), Katrina Nietsch, MS (Author), Erin Abbott, BA (Author), Taylor Mustapich, MD (Author), Kyle Rako, MD PharmD (Author), Sheena C. Ranade, MD (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The overprescription of opioids for pediatric orthopaedic surgery patients is a concerning issue due to the risks of misuse, diversion, and prolonged use. Despite this, evidence-based guidelines for opioid prescribing in this population are lacking. This systematic review aimed to characterize curre...