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Preoperative SGLT2 Inhibitor Use Is Associated With Reduced 90-Day Complications and Lower Prolonged Opioid Use After Posterior Lumbar Fusion

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

This study looked at people taking a certain diabetes drug before back surgery. It found a link between taking the drug and fewer complications. It also found less need for pain pills. This shows a link, but it is not proof that the drug caused the better outcomes.

Who did this work

Jack Parker · Jane C Brennan · Andrea H Johnson · Saavan Boghara · Chad M. Patton · Justin J. Turcotte

Source

Article · OpenAlex, Kidney disease concept sweep (verified C2778653478) · 2026-11-02
https://doi.org/10.1097/bn9.0000000000000170