Original research
by
Jones, Nicola R. et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
Australia
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
We aim to determine whether non-fatal overdose followed the same pattern as fatal overdose, comparing the first 4 weeks of treatment and treatment cessation
Findings/Key points
Retention on opioid agonist treatment is protective against drug related overdose. Non-fatal overdose was elevated in the first four weeks of treatment. Fatal overdose was highest in the first four week’s post-treatment.
Design/methods
Retrospective cohort study
Keywords
About PWUD
Overdose
Mortality
Transitions in care/treatment
Outcomes
