Opioid Prescribing Practices at Discharge Across Common Pediatric Surgery Procedures
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This study examines opioid prescribing patterns at discharge following common pediatric general surgery procedures, evaluating adherence to 2020 APSA evidence-based guidelines that categorize operations by opioid-free recovery potential. The research identifies prescribing rates and factors influencing opioid use in pediatric surgical patients.
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- APSA 2020 guidelines classify pediatric procedures into opioid-free recovery (OFR) and opioid-free recovery possible (OFRP) categories.
- Evidence-based recommendations exist to guide opioid prescribing at discharge after common pediatric surgical procedures.
- Prescribing practices vary across institutions despite standardized APSA guidelines for postoperative pain management.
- Understanding factors associated with opioid prescribing can help reduce unnecessary opioid exposure in pediatric patients.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Opioid Prescribing Practices at Discharge Across Common Pediatric Surgery Procedures. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2026-04-21. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/11863
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