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Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) across the world: a comparative analysis-what lessons can we learn?

Authors :
Reidy P
Breslin T
Muldoon E
Source :
JAC-antimicrobial resistance [JAC Antimicrob Resist] 2024 Jul 19; Vol. 6 (4), pp. dlae111. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jul 19 (Print Publication: 2024).
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) structures and delivery options across different countries. OPAT, a cost-effective alternative to inpatient care for patients requiring IV antimicrobial therapy, has demonstrated multiple benefits such as patient satisfaction, economic cost savings, and reduced hospital-acquired infections. Despite these advantages, there is considerable international variation in OPAT use and implementation. By examining the OPAT structures of multiple countries, we aim to identify areas of variation and explore opportunities for expansion and improvement of OPAT services.<br /> (© The Author(s) 2024. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2632-1823
Volume :
6
Issue :
4
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
JAC-antimicrobial resistance
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
39035018
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/jacamr/dlae111