Improving care for patients with alcohol use disorder during surgery
Leveraging Alcohol Use Disorder Screening for Treatment in Routine Perioperative Care: AllUsCare
This study is looking at how to help patients who have alcohol use issues while they are getting ready for and recovering from surgery, so they can get the support they need to heal better and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10811344 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to integrate alcohol use disorder (AUD) screening and treatment into routine care for patients undergoing surgery. It recognizes that many surgical patients may have AUD, which can complicate their recovery and overall health outcomes. By identifying and addressing AUD during the perioperative period, the study seeks to provide timely interventions that can improve patient care. The approach involves collaboration among healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate support and treatment for their alcohol use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are surgical patients who may have alcohol use disorder or unhealthy alcohol consumption patterns.
Not a fit: Patients who do not undergo surgery or do not have any issues related to alcohol use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes for surgical patients with alcohol use disorder by providing timely and effective treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating behavioral health interventions in medical settings can improve patient outcomes, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Omaha, United States
- University of Nebraska Medical Center — Omaha, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bartels, Karsten — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Bartels, Karsten
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.