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Nonwhite patients who overuse opioids are given nonpharmacologic alternatives less often
Topical and subconjunctival technique also reduced treatment interruptions
Findings offer a blueprint for other hospitals to reduce post-surgical opioid use
Study suggests 10% of cases may have easily treatable cause
Findings offer a blueprint for other hospitals to reduce post-surgical opioid use
Study suggests 10% of cases may have easily treatable cause
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