Original paper
Low-Dose Steroids to Decrease Postoperative Pain and Opioid Use
Abstract
Although prescription opioid abuse is a serious concern, patients are commonly prescribed opioids for postoperative pain management. This study sought to evaluate the efficacy of low-dose steroids to reduce postoperative pain and opioid use after lumbar laminectomy and/or discectomy. In the 10-day period postdischarge, patients prescribed a low-dose steroid reported decreased pain scores compared with those who were not prescribed a low-dose...
Paper Details
Title
Low-Dose Steroids to Decrease Postoperative Pain and Opioid Use
Published Date
Jul 1, 2020
Volume
16
Issue
7
Pages
523 - 527
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