What Researchers Did
Researchers looked at how well a hospital program for opioid addiction worked and expanded in Texas.
What They Found
The B-Team started 398 patients on buprenorphine therapy and coordinated outpatient care for 353 patients from September 2018 to January 2023. Of eligible patients, 36% (73 patients) continued appointments 6-12 months post-discharge, and 22% (40 patients) continued after one year. The model expanded to three more hospitals, treating 1037 patients across four sites in 2021-2022.
Canadian Relevance
No direct Canadian connection identified.
Study Limitations
This brief report presents observational follow-up data from a specific region, which may not be generalizable to all populations or healthcare systems.