Lit review
par
Englander, Honora et al
Date de publication
2024
Géographie
North America
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Non
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Non
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
This paper discusses how fentanyl and the toxic drug supply complicates hospital Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) care.
Constatations/points à retenir
The authors explore the central role that hospitals and physicians play in treating OUD and the continuation of care for individuals with OUD in the toxic unregulated drug crisis. Practising harm reduction in this setting is emphasized as being essential.
Mots clés
About prescribers
Clinical guidance
Harm reduction
Hospitals
Illegal drugs
Opioids
Overdose
Stimulants
Substitution/OAT
Transitions in care/treatment
Withdrawal
Wrap-around services
