Patient preferences for treatment of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections in the emergency department.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Limited research has assessed patient preferences for treatment disposition and antibiotic therapy of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infection (ABSSSI) in the emergency department (ED). Understanding patient preference for the treatment of ABSSSI may influence treatment selection and improve satisfaction.

Methods

A survey was conducted across 6 US hospital EDs. Patients with ABSSSI completed a baseline survey assessing preferences for antibiotic therapy (intravenous versus oral) and treatment location. A follow-up survey was conducted within 30-40 days after ED discharge to reassess preferences and determine satisfaction with care.

Results

A total of 94 patients completed both baseline and follow-up surveys. Sixty (63.8%) participants had a history

SUBMITTER: Almarzoky Abuhussain SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6278032 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature