Publications by authors named "Perry E Rosen"
Article Synopsis
- This study reviewed opioid exposures in young children, specifically looking at data from America's Poison Centers® between 2016 and 2023, to assess the impact of fentanyl and medications for opioid use disorder.
- Out of 34,632 reports, most exposures (96.7%) were unintentional, with a median age of exposure being 2 years. While overall reported exposures decreased by 57.5%, there was a concerning 300% increase in deaths and major effects.
- The study emphasizes the importance of improving poisoning prevention strategies, as medications like buprenorphine and methadone showed a significant association with severe effects, alongside rising cases of fentanyl and heroin exposure.
This retrospective study analyzed 230 pediatric opioid exposures from a statewide poison control center over a 5-year period. Most exposures involved pharmaceutical opioids and children below 2-years-old. Narrative details were reviewed to identify uncommon sources of opioids involved in poisoning and highlight the need for tailored prevention strategies and guidance.
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