Paper Details

  1. Home
  2. Paper Details

Craving and illicit heroin use among patients in heroin-assisted treatment.

Author: BlankenPeter, HendriksVincent M, KoeterMaarten W J, van ReeJan M, van den BrinkWim

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.
Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
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.

Overview

Heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) was more effective than methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) in reducing heroin craving and illicit heroin use in chronic, treatment-refractory heroin-dependent patients.
Paper Details　
Original Abstract of the Article :
AIMS: To investigate in heroin-assisted treatment (HAT) compared to methadone maintenance treatment (MMT): the course of heroin craving and illicit heroin use, their mutual association, and their association with multi-domain treatment response. DESIGN: RCTs on the efficacy of 12 months co-prescrib...See full text at original site
Dr.Camel IconDr.Camel's Paper Summary Blogラクダ博士について

ラクダ博士は、Health Journal が論文の内容を分かりやすく解説するために作成した架空のキャラクターです。
難解な医学論文を、専門知識のない方にも理解しやすいように、噛み砕いて説明することを目指しています。

* ラクダ博士による解説は、あくまで論文の要点をまとめたものであり、原論文の完全な代替となるものではありません。詳細な内容については、必ず原論文をご参照ください。
* ラクダ博士は架空のキャラクターであり、実際の医学研究者や医療従事者とは一切関係がありません。
* 解説の内容は Health Journal が独自に解釈・作成したものであり、原論文の著者または出版社の見解を反映するものではありません。


引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2011.06.025

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Heroin-Assisted Treatment: A New Approach to Heroin Addiction

The struggle with [heroin addiction] is a complex and challenging one. This study examines the effectiveness of [heroin-assisted treatment (HAT)] compared to [methadone maintenance treatment (MMT)] in addressing [heroin craving] and [illicit heroin use]. This study is like exploring two different paths through the desert. One path (HAT) offers a more direct route, while the other path (MMT) takes a more winding route. The researchers wanted to see which path leads to a more successful outcome for those seeking to overcome heroin addiction.

Heroin-Assisted Treatment Shows Promise in Reducing Craving and Illicit Use

The study found that [HAT] was significantly more effective than [MMT] in reducing [heroin craving] and [illicit heroin use]. The researchers found that HAT was significantly more effective than MMT in reducing heroin craving and illicit heroin use. This suggests that HAT may provide a more effective treatment option for individuals struggling with heroin addiction.

Potential for Improved Treatment Outcomes

The findings of this study suggest that [HAT] holds potential for improving [treatment outcomes] for individuals with [heroin addiction]. This research points to a new path through the desert, offering hope for those battling heroin addiction.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study highlights the potential benefits of heroin-assisted treatment in reducing heroin craving and illicit use, offering a new avenue for treating heroin addiction. It's like finding a hidden oasis in the desert, providing a safe and effective way for those struggling with addiction to find relief.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2012-04-25
  2. Date Revised 2013-11-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

21782351

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2011.06.025

Related Literature

Article Analysis
・Effective treatment of heroin
SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

Positive IndicatorAn AI analysis index that serves as a benchmark for how positive the results of the study are. Note that it is a benchmark and requires careful interpretation and consideration of different perspectives.

This site uses cookies. Visit our privacy policy page or click the link in any footer for more information and to change your preferences.