Physicians' Perceptions of Proton Pump Inhibitor Risks and Recommendations to Discontinue: A National Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To provide contemporary estimates of internists' perceptions of adverse effects associated with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and self-reported clinical use.

Methods

We invited 799 internists, including specialists and postgraduate trainees, to complete an online survey. Topics included perceptions of PPI adverse effects (AEs) and effectiveness for upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) prevention, changes in prescribing, and management recommendations for patients using PPIs for gastroesophageal reflux disease or UGIB prevention. We used logistic regression to identify factors associated with appropriate PPI continuation in the scenario of a patient at high risk for UGIB.

Results

Among 437 respondents (55% response rate), 10% were trainees and 72% specializ

SUBMITTER: Kurlander JE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7196016 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature