- Podcast
- 01/12/2019
- UK
Postoperative Opioid Cessation Rates Based on Preoperative Opioid Use: Analysis of Common Orthopaedic Procedures
Description
In this episode of The Bone & Joint Journal's BJJ Podcast, host Andrew Duckworth warmly welcomes listeners to the final podcast of the year, celebrating a decade of insightful discussions. He expresses gratitude to the audience for their support, and to the contributors who have shared their expertise on various orthopedic topics throughout the year. This month, Duckworth is joined by Dr. Azeem Malik from Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center to discuss the study titled "Postoperative Opioid Cessation Rates Based on Preoperative Opioid Use: An Analysis of Common Orthopedic Procedures." The discussion delves into the growing concern of opioid use in the U.S., highlighting its implications in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Malik’s research emphasizes the correlation between preoperative opioid usage and postoperative outcomes, revealing that patients who can successfully taper off opioids prior to surgery tend to experience better cessation rates postoperatively. The study's large dataset and rigorous analysis lay the groundwork for understanding the complexities of opioid management in surgical patients, suggesting that instituting an opioid weaning protocol could be beneficial in reducing chronic opioid use among patients in the long term. The podcast encourages listeners to engage with the ongoing conversation on this critical subject and to share their thoughts on social media.
DOI: 10.1302/3114-210491