Improving antibiotic use for respiratory infections in urgent care clinics
Randomized-controlled Trial to Assess Whether Feedback on a New Stewardship Metric Can Improve Antibiotic-prescribing for Acute Respiratory Tract Infections in Urgent Care Clinics
NA · University of Iowa · NCT06144242
This study is trying to see if giving doctors feedback on their antibiotic prescribing habits can help reduce unnecessary antibiotic use for respiratory infections in urgent care clinics.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Iowa (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Iowa City, Iowa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06144242 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions for acute respiratory infections by providing clinicians with feedback on their prescribing habits compared to their peers. Conducted in Urgent Care and QuickCare clinics within a single healthcare system, the study utilizes a randomized controlled trial design. Clinicians will either receive feedback on their antibiotic prescribing rates or not, and the impact of this intervention will be assessed over 18 months. The primary outcome will measure the frequency of antibiotic prescriptions for respiratory tract diagnoses, while secondary outcomes will evaluate overall antibiotic use and follow-up care metrics.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are clinicians working in Urgent Care or QuickCare clinics within the healthcare system.
Not a fit: Patients with complex respiratory conditions requiring antibiotics may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more appropriate antibiotic use, reducing the risk of antibiotic resistance and improving patient care.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in reducing unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions through clinician feedback, indicating that this approach is promising.
Eligibility criteria
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Any clinician who works in Urgent Care or QuickCare clinics within our healthcare system.
Where this trial is running
Iowa City, Iowa
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics — Iowa City, Iowa, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Daniel J Livorsi, Other, MS
- Email: daniel-livorsi@uiowa.edu
- Phone: 319-688-3871
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Antibacterial Agents, Ambulatory Care