Original research
by
Bearnot, Benjamin & Julian A Mitton
Release Date
2020
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
Individuals with OUD-associated endocarditis require long periods of complex medical care, often face recurrent addiction- and infection-related complications, and have dismal clinical outcomes. The objective of this study was to perform journey mapping analysis to capture common trajectories and patterns of care for people with OUD-associated endocarditis.
Findings/Key points
Journey mapping is a novel, patient-centered approach to capturing the care experiences and trajectories of a patient population experiencing significant stigma, who engage with the healthcare system in unexpected and fragmented ways. For individuals with OUD-associated endocarditis, we identified critical moments to support and engage patients to prevent return to drug use and rehospitalization.
Design/methods
Semi-structured interviews
Keywords
About PWUD
Barriers and enablers
Illegal drugs
Substitution/OAT
Injecting drugs
Stigma
Hospitals
