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Microdose Intrathecal Morphine Injection in Teenagers Undergoing Scoliosis Surgery Decreases Length of Stay, Pain Scores, and Opioid Consumption

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ITM-RRP patients experienced significantly less pain and shorter recovery times after scoliosis surgery.
Lower opioid consumption was noted in ITM-RRP patients both intraoperatively and postoperatively, enhancing pain management.
Patients under the ITM-RRP protocol had comparable complication rates to those under the PCA group, indicating safety.
Utilizing micro-dose intrathecal morphine fosters reduced opioid exposure, potentially minimizing future dependence risks in adolescents.

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Retrospective cohort study reveals lower pain scores and opioid consumption in adolescents post-surgery, suggesting effective recovery strategies.

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Retrospective cohort study reveals lower pain scores and opioid consumption in adolescents post-surgery, suggesting effective recovery strategies.