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Case Study: Epigastric Abdominal Pain and Vomiting

By

Brady Pregerson, MD

A patient presents to the emergency department with intermittent epigastric abdominal pain that radiates into his back.

Nonopioid Pain Protocol Feasible After Sports Orthopedic Surgery

For patients undergoing common orthopedic sports procedures, a multimodal, nonopioid pain protocol featuring little or no use of opioids is feasible for managing postoperative pain.

Recovery Protocol Reduces Opioid Use After Elective Neurosurgery

Enhanced recovery after surgery protocols can reduce postoperative use of opioids in patients.

XaraColl Implant Approved for Postop Pain Following Hernia Repair

By

Brian Park, PharmD

The FDA has approved XaraColl® implant for acute postsurgical pain relief for up to 24 hours in adults following open inguinal hernia repair.

How Successful Are Policies Aimed at Limiting Opioids Prescriptions After Arthroplasty?

By

Brandon May

The percentage of those receiving opioid prescriptions following arthroplasty has increased.

More Opioids Prescribed Later in Week and After Longer Inpatient Stay

By

Rose Reeb

In one health system in New York City, more opioids were prescribed on patient discharges that occurred during the latter half of the week and after prolonged hospitalizations.

New IV Opioid Analgesic Approved for Acute Pain

By

Brian Park, PharmD

Olinvyk is indicated for short-term intravenous use in hospitals or other controlled clinical settings.

Perioperative Use of Gabapentinoids Reveals No Clinically Significant Analgesic Effect

By

Amit Akirov, MD

Pregabalin/gabapentin observed for clinically meaningfully advantages in the management of postoperative pain in adults.

Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Outcomes With Preoperative Opioid Use

By

Nicole Clemons

Patients who use opioids preoperatively may achieve improvements in outcomes after arthroscopic shoulder surgery, but opioid use may negatively affect satisfaction levels.

Nitrous Oxide Safe and Effective for Labor Analgesia

Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a useful, safe option for labor analgesia.