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    Published on: January 27, 2010

    Area of Science:

    • Perioperative Medicine
    • Pain Management
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Persistent postoperative opioid use (PPOU) is a growing concern globally.
    • Limited data existed for Germany and other European countries regarding PPOU incidence.
    • PPOU is an important quality indicator in perioperative care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the incidence and predictors of PPOU in Germany.
    • To identify surgical procedures and patient factors associated with increased PPOU risk.
    • To evaluate the impact of perioperative processes on PPOU development.

    Main Methods:

    • Population-based and clinical studies were analyzed.
    • Incidence rates of PPOU were calculated for previously opioid-naïve patients.
    • Predictors including surgical procedure, patient comorbidities, and perioperative management were assessed.

    Main Results:

    • PPOU incidence in Germany is approximately 1-1.4% among opioid-naïve patients.
    • Surgical type (e.g., major amputations, spine surgery) is the strongest predictor of PPOU.
    • Psychiatric comorbidities, chronic pain, preoperative opioid use, and perioperative processes influence PPOU risk.

    Conclusions:

    • PPOU is multifactorial, influenced by surgery type, patient factors, and perioperative care.
    • Individualized, guideline-conform perioperative pain management is crucial for prevention.
    • Targeted risk assessment and optimized care pathways can minimize persistent opioid use and improve outcomes.