Study finds Black patients less likely to receive multimodal analgesia than whites after major surgeries, suggesting potential racial bias in pain management.

A study presented at the American Society of Anesthesiologists' annual meeting reveals that Black patients are less likely to receive multimodal analgesia—a comprehensive pain management strategy—compared to white patients after major surgeries. Specifically, Black patients were 29% less likely to receive this method and 74% more likely to be prescribed oral opioids. The findings suggest potential racial bias in pain management, warranting further investigation into these disparities.

October 20, 2024
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