Effectiveness of pharmacist-led medication reconciliation programmes on clinical outcomes at hospital transitions: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Authors

Alemayehu Mekonnen · University of Gondar

Andrew J. McLachlan · Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Abstract

Pharmacist-led medication reconciliation programmes are effective at improving post-hospital healthcare utilisation. This review supports the implementation of pharmacist-led medication reconciliation programmes that include some component aimed at improving medication safety.

Topics & Keywords

Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes Emergency and Acute Care Studies Patient Safety and Medication Errors

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMJ Open

Volume 6, Issue 2, pp. e010003-e010003

DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010003

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