Patient Trajectories for Older Adults Admitted to Hospital for Alcohol-related Problems

Launched by HELSE STAVANGER HF · Nov 14, 2019

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how older adults who are admitted to the hospital for problems related to alcohol use are affected by brief interventions aimed at reducing their alcohol consumption. The researchers want to understand the journey of these patients by looking at their health and behavior three years before and after their hospital stay. This is important because alcohol-related issues are becoming more common among older adults, and the goal is to find out how effective hospital screenings and brief counseling can be in helping them make healthier choices.

To participate in the study, individuals must be at least 21 years old, have been admitted to a hospital that is using these screening strategies, and give their written consent to join. They should not have a history of alcohol or drug use disorders before the study. Participants can expect to have their health data monitored over a six-year period, which will provide valuable insights into how these brief interventions impact their alcohol use and overall health. This study aims to improve support and treatment for older adults facing alcohol-related challenges.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age 21 or older, no previous alcohol use disorder or substance use disorder, admitted to hospital which has implemented screening and brief alcohol intervention strategies, written consent to participate
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • specialized treatment for alcohol use disorder og drug use disorder during the three years prior to recruitment