Emergency department management of opioid use disorder in pediatric patients

Abstract

Abstract Opioid use disorder (OUD) has emerged as a significant public health crisis affecting individuals across all age groups. However, there remains a critical gap in understanding the specific nuances and challenges associated with OUD in pediatric populations. This article provides a comprehensive review of the epidemiology, definition of OUD, screening recommendations for OUD, and evidence‐based management strategies for OUD in pediatric patients.

Keywords

• buprenorphine
• methadone
• opioid use disorder
• opioid‐related disorders
• OUD
• pediatric