August 6, 2025

Pattern of Prescription Opioid Use and Misuse among War-Injured Adults Receiving Treatments in Mekelle Trauma Centers, Northern Ethiopia

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Around 48% of war-injured adults displayed opioid misuse behaviors, highlighting a significant concern.
Tramadol was the primary opioid prescribed, making up 77.4% of all prescriptions for pain management.
Comorbid substance use and intravenous opioid administration were key predictors of misuse, indicating areas for intervention.
Enhanced training on alternative pain management and risks of long-term opioid use is necessary for healthcare providers.

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Cross-sectional analysis reveals high opioid misuse rates in war-injured adults, suggesting urgent need for improved pain management strategies.

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Cross-sectional analysis reveals high opioid misuse rates in war-injured adults, suggesting urgent need for improved pain management strategies.