A tool to help patients with opioid use disorder make treatment decisions

Patient Decision Aid for Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

NA · University of California, Los Angeles · NCT03568552

This study is testing a new tool to help adults with opioid use disorder make better treatment choices and improve their care.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment5400 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of California, Los Angeles (other)
Locations1 site (Los Angeles, California)
Trial IDNCT03568552 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a Patient Decision Aid for Medication-Assisted Treatment (PtDA-MAT) designed for adults with opioid use disorder (OUD). Conducted as a stepped-wedge cluster-randomized trial in California's Health and Social Services, the project will assess patient outcomes through personal assessments and clinical records over a period of 24 months. The goal is to enhance patient knowledge and involvement in their treatment, thereby improving adherence and overall outcomes. The study will also support clinicians in better communicating with their patients throughout the treatment process.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are willing to participate and share their medical records.

Not a fit: Patients with significant or unstable medical or psychiatric illnesses that could interfere with study participation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this tool could significantly improve treatment adherence and outcomes for patients with opioid use disorder.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using decision aids for treatment adherence, suggesting potential success for this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Opioid Use Disorder diagnosis and agreement to follow study procedures (including permission to share medical records and other administrative records)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Significant or unstable medical or psychiatric illness that may interfere with study participation

Where this trial is running

Los Angeles, California

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Opioid Use Disorder, Medication Assisted Therapy, Patient Decision Aid, Medication Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.