Sickle Cell Disease: Opioid Use Safely Managed in Children

New Study Reveals No Misuse Patterns in Pediatric Sickle Cell Patients Prescribed Opioids

Feb 20, 2024

∙ Paid

A compassionate and hopeful scene depicting a healthcare professional gently holding the hand of a child with Sickle Cell Disease in a hospital setting. The environment is warm and comforting, with soft lighting and a background of medical equipment subtly suggesting a pediatric ward. The focus is on the connection and trust between the patient and the healthcare provider, symbolizing care, understanding, and the promise of effective pain management without the visual presence of opioids or explicit medical treatments. The image evokes a sense of hope, safety, and the supportive relationship crucial for patient care.

Topline:

A recent study provides reassuring evidence for healthcare providers and families of children with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), showing that prescribed opioids for acute pain do not lead to misuse patterns, even over three years.

Study Details:

This pivotal research, led by Angela Snyder, Ph.D., MPH, from the Georgia Health Policy Center at Georgia …

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