What is the Most Abused Drug by Anesthesia Residents?
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Studies indicate that the incidence of substance use disorder is significantly higher among anesthesiologists than in most other medical specialties. So, **what is the most abused drug by anesthesia residents?** Evidence points overwhelmingly to potent intravenous opioids, like fentanyl and sufentanil, and the anesthetic agent propofol.
