Neurosurgery
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Observational Study
Understanding the Natural History of Postoperative Pain and Patient-Reported Opioid Consumption After Elective Spine and Nerve Surgeries With an Automated Text Messaging System.
There is a gap in understanding how to ensure opioid stewardship while managing postoperative neurosurgical pain. ⋯ Using real-time, patient-centered pain assessment and opioid consumption data will allow for the development of evidence-based opioid prescribing guidelines after spinal and nerve surgery.