Application of machine learning to identify risk factors for outpatient opioid prescriptions following spine surgery.

Journal: BioMedicine
Published Date: Dec 1, 2024

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Spine surgery is a common source of narcotic prescriptions and carries potential for long-term opioid dependence. As prescription opioids play a role in nearly 25 % of all opioid overdose deaths in the United States, mitigating risk for prolonged postoperative opioid utilization is crucial for spine surgeons.

Authors

  • Alexander Bouterse
    School of Medicine, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92354, USA.
  • Andrew Cabrera
    School of Medicine, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA 92354, USA.
  • Adam Jameel
    University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, USA.
  • David Chung
    Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA 92354, USA.
  • Olumide Danisa
    Division of Spine Surgery, Duke University Health, Durham, NC 27710, USA.

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