Comparison of self-reported substance use with biological testing among treatment-seeking patients with opioid use disorder

Original research
by
Shadloo, Behrang et al

Release Date

2022

Geography

Iran

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

No

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Objective

We aimed to assess the validity of self-reported drug use compared to urine testing among treatment-seeking patients with opioid use disorder.

Findings/Key points

Self-report can be used as a reliable method for monitoring treatment adherence combined with random urine tests.

Design/methods

Cross-sectional study, n=293

Keywords

About prescribers
About PWUD
Illegal drugs