Defining a core set of measures to assess opioid use disorder treatment across the spectrum of care

What is it about?

The National Drug Abuse Treatment Clinical Trials Network is working to define a core outcomes set for the measurement of opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment. The intent is to facilitate linkage between various studies that address OUD across the full continuum of care.

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Why is it important?

Having shared measures that link studies is an important part of developing a robust system of care. It is a key step in defining how various interventions can connect to one another facilitate long-term recovery from OUD.