Bridging the Gap: Implementation and Uptake of AUDIT-C Alcohol Screening for Inpatient Surgery

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Authors

Toby Chen · African Institute for Development Policy

Dominic Alessio · African Institute for Development Policy

Anne C. Fernandez · Michigan Medicine

Sarah Evilsizer · African Institute for Development Policy

Chiao-Li Chan · African Institute for Development Policy

Vidhya Gunaseelan · Michigan Medicine

Jennifer F. Waljee

Abstract

Perioperative alcohol screening using AUDIT-C is feasible but inconsistently implemented. System-wide integration could support identification of at-risk patients and improve perioperative outcomes.

Topics & Keywords

Alcoholism and Thiamine Deficiency Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery Open

Volume 7, Issue 1, pp. e647-e647

DOI: 10.1097/as9.0000000000000647

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