Patterns and predictors of chronic opioid use in older adults: A retrospective cohort study.

G Yeon OhErin L AbnerDavid W FardoPatricia R FreemanDaniela C Moga

Published in: PloS one (2019)

Given that chronic opioid use was more prevalent in participants who were more vulnerable (i.e., older age, with multiple comorbidities, and polypharmacy), further studies should evaluate the safety and efficacy of using opioids in this population.

Keyphrases

physical activity
chronic pain
pain management
middle aged
emergency department
community dwelling
adverse drug