IMPlementing split Regimen OVEr Single dose using a Plan-Do-Study-Act approach (IMPROVES study).

ABSTRACT: Background and aims  A split-dose regimen for colonoscopy is recommended by international guidelines, but its adoption is still suboptimal. Our aim was to assess whether a Plan-Do-Study-Act approach (PDSA), a scientific method promoting quality improvement, would be able to improve adherence to a split-dose regimen, and to identify factors influencing its adoption. Methods  This study consisted of three phases: Cycle 1: a cross-sectional assessment of split-dose adherence in consecutive outpatients/inpatients undergoing colonoscopies in 74 Italian centers; Educational intervention: regional meetings with literature review, analysis of Cycle 1 data, and discussion on corrective measures; local diffusion of educational material and tools for improvement; Cycle 2: reassessment o

SUBMITTER: Vanella G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6805191 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature