AnesthesiologyAnalgesiaOpioid Use
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Preoperative Patient Education on Opioid Use and Postoperative Pain Management: Insights from a Randomized Trial
By MedXY|Oct 5, 2026
A randomized trial found that preoperative analgesic education did not significantly reduce opioid consumption or improve pain scores and satisfaction after surgery, highlighting the need for more intensive interventions.