Medication reconciliation in intensive care units of a tertiary hospital in Saudi Arabia: An evaluation of medication discrepancies.

Background: Patients discharged from intensive care units (ICUs) are at higher risk for medication discrepancies, which can harm patients, increase healthcare costs, and lead to readmission. This study aimed to describe the frequency and types of medication discrepancies among ICU patients upon discharge and identify the factors associated with medication discrepancies.

Materials And Methods: This retrospective cohort study included patients ≥ 18 years old, admitted to medical or surgical ICUs, and discharged on one or more medications.