Differences in Factors Influencing Deprescribing between Primary Care Providers: Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT: Deprescribing is a notable approach to improve medication management, but few healthcare systems recognize it. To introduce a new practice, it is important to examine the factors influencing the provision of a new or elaborate cognitive service within the desired setting. This study explores the perceived barriers and facilitators of deprescribing by primary healthcare providers, and identifies the factors associated with a willingness to suggest deprescribing. A cross-sectional survey was conducted (in Croatia, between October 2021 and January 2022) using a validated comprehensive healthcare providers' opinions, preferences, and attitudes towards deprescribing (CHOPPED) questionnaire. A total of 419 pharmacists and 124 physicians participated. Participants showed a high willingness to dep

SUBMITTER: Buzancic I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10049550 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature