From Addiction to Acute Pain Relief: A Narrative Review on Buprenorphine's Expanding Role in Emergency Department Pain Management.

BACKGROUND: Buprenorphine, a partial µ-opioid receptor agonist, has gained attention for its potential role in pain management across various clinical settings, including emergency departments (ED), perioperative care, and palliative care. Its unique…

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