Opioid use among patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Despite reported adverse effects of opioids in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the burden of opioid use in this population appears to be high. We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of prior studies to determine the prevalence of opioid use among patients with IBD as well as risk factors and outcomes associated with opioid use in this population.
Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research