Results from a pilot randomized controlled trial found that intravenous acetaminophen may reduce opioid use and hospital stay in nonsurgical small bowel obstruction management, but larger studies are needed...
Many older inpatients want to stay active, but face biopsychosocial barriers that limit mobility during hospitalization, according to a new study presented at the Society of Hospital Medicine's SHM Converge...
In a large cluster randomized crossover trial, an institutional policy of benzodiazepine restriction during cardiac surgery did not significantly reduce postoperative delirium within 72 hours.
A new analysis of the POISE-3 trial reveals that tranexamic acid significantly reduces major perioperative bleeding in patients who undergo general surgery without increasing the risk of cardiovascular...
Researchers introduced an updated educational pamphlet for outpatient management of peripheral nerve block catheters, resulting in a reduction in patient calls and improved adherence to multimodal analgesia...
A multicenter randomized trial found that adding a serratus anterior plane block to standard care significantly improved early analgesic outcomes and reduced opioid use in patients with rib fractures.
In a cross-sectional survey presented at the American Academy of Pain Medicine PainConnect 2025 annual meeting in Austin, TX, researchers found that nearly 2 in 5 patients reported inadequate pain relief...
In a phase 2b trial, a novel analgesic outperformed placebo and reduced opioid use in patients undergoing bunionectomy. Researchers presented their study results at the American Academy of Pain Medicine...
As telehealth policy evolves post-pandemic, pain specialists are discovering new ways to harness telemedicine for improved patient access, streamlined workflows, and enhanced care continuity. In his...
A new study presented at the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Scientific Conference in Phoenix, AZ, found no significant difference in opioid refills between patients receiving liposomal...
