Study evaluates observational studies to determine ten predictors of opioid overdose in chronic pain patients

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for October 25, 2023

Source:
10 predictors linked to opioid overdose in chronic pain patients

Reference:
Predictors of fatal and nonfatal overdose after prescription of opioids for chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies

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