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Predictive Factors for Relapse in Patients on Buprenorphine Maintenance

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Ferri, Michael, Finlayson, Alistair J. Reid, Wang, Li, Martin, Peter R.·2014·The American Journal on Addictions

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Background and Objectives: Despite the dramatic increase in the use of buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid dependence, clinical outcomes of this treatment approach continue to need evaluation. This study examines factors associated with relapse and retention during buprenorphine treatment in a sample of opioid dependent outpatients. Methods: In a retrospective chart review of 62 patients with opioid dependence, relapse was determined by self‐report, urine toxicology screens, and by checking the state controlled substance monitoring database. Data was analyzed using two‐way tests of association and logistic regression. Results: Patients with comorbid anxiety disorders, active benzodiazepine use (contrary to clinic policy), or active alcohol abuse, were significantly more likely to relapse. Patients who relapsed were also more likely to be on a higher buprenorphine maintenance dose. Conclusion: This study identifies relapse risk factors during buprenorphine treatment for opioid dependence. Future research is needed to determine whether modifying these factors may lead to improved treatment outcomes. (Am J Addict 2014;23:62–67)

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Authors
Ferri, M., Finlayson, A. J. R., Wang, L., & Martin, P. R.
Affiliations
Vanderbilt University (US)
Corresponding author
Ferri, Michael
Venue
The American Journal on Addictions
Publisher
Wiley
Published
2013-12-27
Volume
23
Issue
1
Pages
62-67
ISSN
  • 1055-0496 (ISSN-L)
  • 1521-0391
OpenAlex
W1657517065
Cited by
66
References
14
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FWCI
3.74
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Locations
  • American Journal on Addictions (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed Central (acceptedVersion)
Funders
National Center for Research Resources (UL1RR024975)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health › Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine › Pain Management and Opioid Use
Keywords
buprenorphine maintenance, opioid use disorder, relapse, relapse risk factors, treatment retention, anxiety disorders, benzodiazepine use, alcohol abuse, outpatients
MeSH terms
Adult, Buprenorphine, Female, Humans, Male, Narcotic Antagonists, Opioid-Related Disorders, Recurrence, Retrospective Studies, Risk Factors, Treatment Outcome, Young Adult, Maintenance Chemotherapy

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