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Quality control and drug utilization review
1Department of Graduate Studies in Social and Administrative Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis 55455.
Pharmaceutisch Weekblad. Scientific Edition
|August 19, 1988
Summary
This study details drug utilization review (DUR) methods for enhancing quality control. It emphasizes a cyclic approach to individual patient-level DUR for sustained process improvement.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Health Services Research
- Quality Management
Background:
- Quality control in healthcare is crucial for patient safety and effective treatment.
- Drug utilization review (DUR) is a key component of pharmaceutical quality assurance.
- Systematic approaches are needed to optimize DUR processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the impact of drug utilization review on quality control.
- To describe the methodology for implementing and maintaining individual patient-level DUR.
- To highlight the cyclic nature of effective DUR processes.
Main Methods:
- Described methodology for implementing individual patient-level drug utilization review.
- Detailed the maintenance procedures for ongoing DUR processes.
- Emphasized the cyclical, iterative character of the DUR process.
Main Results:
- Drug utilization review significantly impacts quality control in pharmaceutical care.
- A structured, cyclic methodology enhances the effectiveness of individual patient-level DUR.
- Sustained quality improvement is achievable through continuous DUR processes.
Conclusions:
- Individual patient-level drug utilization review is a vital tool for quality control.
- The described cyclic methodology provides a framework for effective DUR implementation and maintenance.
- Continuous monitoring and adaptation of DUR processes are essential for optimal outcomes.