Patients With Cannabis Use Disorder Used Significantly More Pain Medication After Hand Surgery, Study Finds
Patients with cannabis use disorder postoperative pain had significantly higher odds of opioid, nonopioid, and NSAID use after hand fracture surgery. This study highlights the increased analgesic burden in this population. Understanding cannabis use…
Expert Panel Identifies Key Risk Factors for Cannabis Use in Rheumatology Patients
Cannabis risk assessment rheumatology is critical for patient safety due to unique disease and treatment factors. An expert panel identified 40 key risk factors including demographics and consumption patterns. This consensus tool aims to guide clinicians…
The Effects of Extended Cannabis Abstinence in Comorbid Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Cannabis Use Disorder.
A clinical study examined cannabis abstinence effects in PTSD patients with cannabis use disorder, finding measurable changes during extended cessation periods. While the research addresses an important dual-diagnosis scenario, the specific nature and…
Defining Cannabis Use Disorder in Administrative Health Data: A Systematic Review of Case Definitions and Validation Approaches.
A systematic review of 56 studies reveals concerning inconsistencies in how cannabis use disorder administrative data validation occurs across health systems. Most studies used ICD diagnostic codes without proper validation, undermining the reliability…
Cannabis Use and Outcomes in Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome: A Matched Analysis
This study examines cannabis use cyclical vomiting outcomes and their association with increased healthcare utilization. Findings highlight the impact on emergency visits and hospitalizations. Understanding these outcomes is crucial for clinical…
The association between major depressive disorder and cannabis use disorder: A meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis.
Major depressive disorder cannabis use is a critical area of study due to frequent co-occurrence. This meta-analysis examines prevalence estimates and clinical relevance. Understanding this association aids clinicians in patient care.
Phase 1 Open-Label Pilot Trial of H4 dTMS for Moderate-to-Severe Cannabis Use Disorder
Deep repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) is being studied as a treatment for cannabis use disorder (CUD). This phase 1 open-label pilot trial evaluated H4 dTMS combined with standard care for adults with moderate-to-severe CUD. The study…
Association of Cannabis Use Disorder Versus Other Substance Use Disorders With Psychiatric Conditions: A Propensity-Matched Retrospective Cohort Analysis.
This study examines the association cannabis use disorder psychiatric conditions compared to other substance use disorders. Researchers used a propensity-matched retrospective cohort analysis. The findings highlight differences in mental disorder risks…
Comparative Effectiveness, Safety, and Acceptability of Cannabis Use Disorder Treatments
Our primary aim was to conduct a network meta-analysis on the comparative effectiveness cannabis use disorder treatments. We evaluated both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions. This study highlights safety and acceptability outcomes for these…
Endocannabinoid System Research: Clinical Evidence
The rebuttal-based social norms tailored cannabis intervention shows promise in reducing cannabis use among adolescents. This approach targets specific objections with tailored messages, improving engagement. Clinical evidence supports its effectiveness…