Effectiveness of an intervention to optimise the use of mirabegron for overactive bladder: a quasi-experimental study in primary care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Overactive bladder is a composite of lower urinary tract storage symptoms. Pharmacological treatment is widely employed despite markedly modest efficacy data, adverse effects, and costs for the health system.

Aim

To determine the 12-month efficacy of an intervention delivered by GPs on mirabegron revision and, if appropriate, discontinuation of treatment.

Design and setting

Multicentre, quasi-experimental study in Barcelona (Catalonia), Spain.

Method

Two groups composed of 17 intervention and 34 control practices were formed. The follow-up period was 12 months, from 1 January to 31 December 2017. A structured intervention was designed consisting of initiatives with GPs and urology/gynaecology specialists. The primary outcome was mirabegron use at 12

SUBMITTER: Fernandez-Liz E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6255216 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature