This analysis reveals the association between perioperative opioid prescriptions and persistent opioid use after otolaryngologic procedures, suggesting caution in prescribing.
Perioperative opioid prescription following common otolaryngological procedures is associated with a higher risk of new persistent opioid use. These findings highlight the need for careful opioid prescribing to reduce long-term opioid dependence.
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