Determinants of Illness Severity and Mortality Risk Among Hospitalized Patients With Opioid Use Disorder: A National Analysis, 2015-2022
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The authors aimed to identify sociodemographic and hospital-related factors influencing illness severity and mortality risk among hospitalized patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) from 2015 to 2022. Their analysis revealed that factors such as insurance type, hospital location, and various demographic characteristics significantly impacted the severity of illness and risk of mortality in these patients. The findings underscore the importance of addressing systemic inequities in healthcare to improve outcomes for individuals with OUD.
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