Opioid-free surgery treats pain at every physical and emotional level
- Written by: Heather Margonari, Lead Coordinator for the Opioid Free Pathway, University of Pittsburgh
Opioids have been an essential part of anesthesia, but they aren't the only way to manage pain.Hispanolistic/E+ via Getty ImagesThe opioid crisis remains a significant public health challenge in the United States. In 2022, over 2.5 million American adults had an opioid use disorder, and opioids accounted for nearly 76% of overdose deaths.
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