Guidelines
par
American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
Date de publication
2020
Géographie
USA
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Non
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
This resource provides information and recommendations to chronic pain practitioners and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Constatations/points à retenir
This resource for chronic pain patients and practitioners provides information, including on elevated risks and the potential implications of COVID-19 on certain medications. It also outlines general recommendations, such as suspending elective procedures and the use of telemedicine, as well as specific guidance for pain medications, including opioids and steroids, such as providing naloxone for high-risk patients and prescription continuation to avoid withdrawal.
Mots clés
Withdrawal
Clinical guidance
Harm reduction
About prescribers
Chronic pain
