Prevalence of Opioid Use in Nursing Homes Over the Last Decade: A Systematic Literature Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Despite global concerns of an opioid epidemic, there is no systematic literature review on how frequently these drugs are used in nursing home (NH) populations, including those living with dementia. Objective: This systematic review aims to describe the prevalence and incidence of opioid use in NHs. A secondary objective is to describe the use of these drugs in a subset of NH residents, namely among persons living with dementia. Methods: A systematic literature review was carried out using MEDLINE and Scopus (PROSPERO registration number CRD42021254210). Screening of title and abstract was carried out by 2 persons independently for studies published between January 1, 2011 and May 19, 2021. The main outcomes were annual prevalence, period prevalence, and du

SUBMITTER: Sant AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11110733 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature