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Efficacy of Heroin-assisted Treatment In Belgium: A Randomised Controlled Trial.

Author: AnsseauMarc, CharlierCorinne, De RoubaixJérôme, DeblireClémence, DemaretIsabelle, DuboisNathalie, LemaîtreAndré, LitranGéraldine, MagogaCécile, QuertemontEtienne

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

Heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) was more effective than methadone maintenance treatment in reducing street heroin use, improving health, and decreasing criminal involvement in severe heroin addicts who had failed methadone treatment. While the difference between groups was not significant at 12 months, HAT showed significant short-term efficacy.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND/AIMS: Heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) can improve the condition of heroin addicts still using street heroin after a methadone treatment. In Belgium, a new trial compared the efficacy of a HAT to existing methadone maintenance treatment. METHODS: In this randomised controlled trial, HAT w...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1159/000369337

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Heroin-Assisted Treatment (HAT) in Belgium

Heroin addiction is a complex and challenging condition. This research investigates the efficacy of heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) in Belgium, comparing it to traditional methadone maintenance treatment. The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of HAT in improving the condition of heroin addicts who had not responded well to methadone therapy. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial involving 74 participants, following them for 12 months and assessing their progress in terms of street heroin use, health, and criminal involvement.

HAT Shows Short-Term Efficacy

The study found that HAT was more effective than methadone treatment in reducing street heroin use and improving health outcomes in the short term. However, the difference in efficacy between the two treatments was not statistically significant after 12 months. The researchers noted that both groups showed significant reductions in criminal activity after 12 months.

A New Path in the Desert of Addiction

This research offers a glimpse into the potential of HAT as an alternative treatment option for heroin addiction. The findings suggest that HAT may be beneficial for individuals who have not responded well to traditional methadone treatment. The research highlights the need for further investigation into the long-term efficacy and sustainability of HAT. It's like discovering a new path in the desert of addiction, a path that might lead to better outcomes for some individuals.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research is a testament to the ongoing quest for effective treatment options for heroin addiction. The findings suggest that HAT holds promise as a potential alternative for individuals who have not responded well to traditional methods. The study encourages further research into the long-term benefits and sustainability of HAT, exploring its potential to improve the lives of individuals struggling with heroin addiction.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-04-08
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-17
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25832522

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1159/000369337

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