Publications by authors named "Petra de Laat-Bierings"
Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of early assisted discharge for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations: the design of a randomised controlled trial.
Cecile M A Utens Lucas M A Goossens Frank W J M Smeenk Onno C P van Schayck Walter van Litsenburg Petra de Laat-Bierings
BMC Public Health
October 2010
Article Synopsis
- COPD exacerbations lead to high hospitalizations, bed shortages, and healthcare costs, particularly due to the rising prevalence of the disease.
- Early assisted discharge programs, where patients receive care at home from specialized nurses, show promise as a safe and potentially cost-effective alternative to traditional hospital stays.
- The GO AHEAD study will compare early discharge at home versus regular inpatient care, assessing effectiveness, quality of life, caregiver burden, and overall patient satisfaction over three months.