Successful care transitions for older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis of the effects of interventions that support medication continuity.

ABSTRACT:

Background

medication-related problems occur frequently when older patients are discharged from hospital. Interventions to support medication use have been developed; however, their effectiveness in older populations are unknown. This review evaluates interventions that support successful transitions of care through enhanced medication continuity.

Methods

a database search for randomised controlled trials was conducted. Selection criteria included mean participant age of 65 years and older, intervention delivered during hospital stay or following recent discharge and including activities that support medication continuity. Primary outcome of interest was hospital readmission. Secondary outcomes related to the safe use of medication and quality of life. Outcomes were pooled b

SUBMITTER: Tomlinson J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7331096 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature