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Retrospective Analysis of Post-Operative Opioid Prescribing after Pediatric Surgeries

Investigation of Opioid Prescribing Practices in Pediatric Surgery

Not Recruiting
100 years or below
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

Prescription opioids are a cornerstone in pediatric postoperative pain management, and are often prescribed in excess. This study will focus on the preoperative prescription practices in pediatric patients undergoing surgical procedures. Surgeries of interest include circumcision, inguinal surgeries, distal hypospadias, and all laparoscopic/robotic surgeries. Few broad guidelines are readily available for postoperative opioid prescribing among children; however, those that do exist have been adapted from adults6 and do not contain specific recommendations as to frequency and quantity. The aim of this study is to examine current opioid prescribing practices in pediatric patients undergoing surgery. This will be used to later develop and implement provider recommendations for when to prescribe opioid pain medications and the quantity to prescribe with the goal of reducing excess opioid prescribing among this population.

Detailed description of study

Prescription opioids are a cornerstone in pediatric postoperative pain management, and are often prescribed in excess. This study will focus on the preoperative prescription practices in pediatric patients undergoing surgical procedures. Surgeries of interest include circumcision, inguinal surgeries, distal hypospadias, and all laparoscopic/robotic surgeries. Few broad guidelines are readily available for postoperative opioid prescribing among children; however, those that do exist have been adapted from adults6 and do not contain specific recommendations as to frequency and quantity. The aim of this study is to examine current opioid prescribing practices in pediatric patients undergoing surgery. This will be used to later develop and implement provider recommendations for when to prescribe opioid pain medications and the quantity to prescribe with the goal of reducing excess opioid prescribing among this population.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: Healthy
  • Age: 100 years or below
  • Gender: All

This study investigates opioid prescribing practices for children undergoing surgeries such as circumcision, inguinal surgeries, distal hypospadias, and laparoscopic or robotic surgeries. Opioids are often used to manage pain after surgery, but there are few guidelines specifically for children. Existing guidelines are adapted from adult practices and do not specify how often or how much to prescribe.

The study will examine current practices to understand how opioids are prescribed before surgery in pediatric patients. This information will help develop recommendations for healthcare providers on when and how much opioid medication to prescribe, aiming to reduce unnecessary prescriptions.

  • Who can participate: The study is open to pediatric patients aged 0-18 years undergoing surgeries such as circumcision, inguinal surgeries, distal hypospadias, and laparoscopic or robotic surgeries.
  • Study details: Participants will have their opioid prescriptions reviewed as part of the study to understand current prescribing practices.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1803758232

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