Original research
par
Chambers, Laura C. et al
Date de publication
2023
Géographie
USA
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
Are higher doses of buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder associated with improved retention in treatment when use of fentanyl (vs heroin) is more prevalent?
Constatations/points à retenir
Those prescribed the recommended daily dose (16 mg) were at significantly greater risk of treatment discontinuation within 180 days than those prescribed a higher dose (24 mg).
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
Cohort study (n=6499)
Mots clés
Substitution/OAT
Transitions in care/treatment
Clinical guidance
