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Sex-related differences in the influence of morphine on ventilatory control in humans.

Author: DahanA, OlievierC, SartonE, TeppemaL

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Morphine affects ventilatory control differently in men and women, suggesting sex-specific effects on the respiratory system.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Opiate agonists have different analgesic effects in male and female patients. The authors describe the influence of sex on the respiratory pharmacology of the mu-receptor agonist morphine. METHODS: The study was placebo-controlled, double-blind, and randomized. Steady-state ventilatory ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1097/00000542-199804000-00009

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Sex-Related Differences in the Influence of Morphine on Ventilatory Control

The desert of pain management is vast and complex, with different landscapes for men and women. This study examines the influence of sex on the respiratory effects of morphine, a powerful pain-relieving drug. Like a skilled caravan leader navigating a treacherous path, the researchers sought to understand how morphine interacts differently with the respiratory system of men and women.

The study found that morphine, a common painkiller, has distinct effects on the respiratory systems of men and women. While morphine can affect ventilatory control in both sexes, the study highlights quantitative and qualitative differences in the way morphine influences the response to carbon dioxide and oxygen. This finding emphasizes the importance of considering sex differences in pain management strategies.

The Desert of Pain Management: Gender Matters

The study's findings underscore the need for personalized pain management strategies based on sex. This is crucial for ensuring optimal pain relief and minimizing the risk of side effects.

Navigating the Sands of Pain Relief

This research is a valuable reminder of the importance of considering sex differences in medical treatment. As Dr. Camel, I encourage further research into the unique effects of medications across genders, ensuring that we navigate the desert of pain relief with sensitivity and precision.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1998-05-27
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

9579498

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1097/00000542-199804000-00009

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