Decrease in All-Cause Mortality With Opioid Antagonist Treatment
Investigators conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the impact of opioid antagonist treatment on mortality.
All articles by Jessica Nye, PhD
Clinical Characteristics of Herpes Zoster Infection May Predict Risk for Medication-Resistant Pain
Clinical characteristics and features of herpes zoster infection may effectively identify patients more likely to have medication-resistant pain.
Hopelessness During COVID-19 Pandemic Mediated by Social Support and Meaning in Life
The researchers investigated the recovery model of hopelessness through interpersonal pathways of the COVID-19 epidemic.
Psychotropic Medications May Significantly Reduce Chronic Pain in Pediatric Patients
Study authors conducted a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials to study the effectiveness of psychotropic medications in children and adolescents with chronic pain.
Fewer High-Risk Lesions Detected Due to Delayed Endoscopy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Researchers assessed the decline in high-risk GI and pancreato-biliary lesions detected during the COVID-19 pandemic due to reduced numbers of endoscopic procedures performed.
Broad Range of Drug-Drug Interactions in Migraine Prevention and Treatment
Researchers conducted a narrative review of the pharmacokinetics of major classes of migraine preventives and the implications of drug-drug interactions in treatment.
Inconsistent Evidence to Support the Efficacy, Safety of Muscle Relaxants for Treatment of Low Back Pain
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, Neuroscience Research Australia investigators quantitatively analyzed 31 RCTs with a total of 6505 participants.
Robust Prescription Monitoring Programs Influence Discontinuation of Long-Term Opioid Use Patterns
A Weill Cornell Medicine team analyzed Health Care Cost Institute database claims, with opioid prescription gaps ≥30 days considered long-term nonuse.
Gender- and Ethnic-Specific Trends in Suicidality Among Adolescents in the US Between 1991-2019
It is known that disparities exist among US adolescent suicide death rates by sex, race, and ethnicity. Study researchers look at suicidal ideation and attempts amidst these same parameters from 1991 and 2019.
Topical Lidocaine Gel Reduces Pain Scores and Opioid Use Consumption After Following Cardiac Surgery
The objective of this systematic review was to study the effects of lidocaine on postoperative pain scores and recovery after cardiac surgery.
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