WINGS Study: Reducing Adverse Drug Events in Elderly Hospital Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Klopotowska Joanna E, Wierenga Peter C, de Rooij Sophia E, Stuijt Clementine C, Arisz Lambertus, Kuks Paul F, Dijkgraaf Marcel G, Lie-A-Huen Loraine, Smorenburg Susanne M
Primary Institution: Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hypothesis
Can an active on-ward participation of hospital pharmacists reduce preventable Adverse Drug Events in elderly inpatients?
Conclusion
The study aims to assess whether a Ward-Oriented Pharmacy service can significantly reduce preventable Adverse Drug Events in elderly inpatients.
Supporting Evidence
- Elderly patients are at high risk for Adverse Drug Events due to polypharmacy and multi-morbidity.
- Previous studies have shown that clinical pharmacy services can reduce preventable ADEs.
- The study will use a comprehensive ADE detection method based on expert opinion and retrospective chart review.
Takeaway
This study is trying to see if having pharmacists work directly with doctors in hospitals can help older patients avoid harmful medication mistakes.
Methodology
A multi-centre, interrupted time series study assessing ADE prevalence and incidence before and after implementing a Ward-Oriented Pharmacy service.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the subjective nature of ADE recognition and management assessments.
Limitations
The study may not be generalizable to all hospital settings due to its specific focus on elderly patients and the Dutch healthcare system.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 65 years or older, using five or more medications on admission.
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