PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The aim of the review is to review the recent literature on the use of opioids in post sinus surgery care.
RECENT FINDINGS: Research regarding the use of opioids in post sinus surgery over the past two years support previous thinking that there is an overprescription of opioids for an operation which is not particularly painful, resulting in the potential for narcotic abuse and misuse.
SUMMARY: Large randomized controlled trials with detailed pain recording scoring systems are needed to assess the opioid requirements - if any - after sinus surgery.