ArticlePloS one2021
Paediatric Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT): An e-survey of the experiences of parents and clinicians.
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8 citing papers in PubMed.
- Challenges and drivers in the implementation of current practices in outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy: an international survey.JAC-antimicrobial resistance · 2026Article
- Pediatric outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy: an important option for pediatric hospitals in Germany.GMS hygiene and infection control · 2026Article
- Current practices in outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy programmes: an international multi-centre survey.JAC-antimicrobial resistance · 2025Article
- Development of an eHealth Intervention in Pediatric Home Infusion Therapy: Interview Study of Needs and Preferences of Parents and Health Care Professionals.JMIR pediatrics and parenting · 2025Article
- The success rate and complications of midline catheters in pediatric outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy (OPAT).European journal of pediatrics · 2024Article
- Outcome and complications of outpatient parenteral therapy in pediatric emergency utilizing only peripheral vascular access: A retrospective descriptive study.Saudi medical journal · 2023Review
- Evaluate the Effectiveness of Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) Program in Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Study.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Article
- Exploring the advancements of Australian OPAT.Therapeutic advances in infectious diseaseReview
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Abstract
backgroundLittle evidence exists about parental satisfaction and their influence on referral to paediatric Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT).
aimThis study aimed to examine the experiences of parents, children and clinicians of OPAT at a large tertiary children's hospital.
methodA prospective e-survey, using closed and open questions, of parents (n = 33) of 33 children who had received OPAT (3 children completed a survey), and clinicians (n = 31) involved in OPAT at a tertiary hospital. Data were collected September 2016 to July 2018.
resultsData were analysed using simple descriptive statistics. The results show that OPAT offered benefits (less stress, re-establishment of family life) compared to hospital-based treatment for parents and children, although some were anxious. Clinicians' referral judgements were based on child, home, and clinical factors. Some clinicians found the process of referral complex.
conclusionMost parents and children were satisfied with the OPAT service and preferred the option of home-based treatment as it promoted the child's comfort and recovery and supported family routines.
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