Complications from Infectious Diseases Related to Opioid Use Disorder: A Retrospective Analysis at a Southern County Hospital

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The opioid epidemic has led to increased rates of infectious diseases among people who inject drugs (PWID), contributing to significant morbidity and mortality.
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Hospitalization presents a critical opportunity to initiate addiction treatment for PWID, as many face barriers to outpatient care due to stigma and uninsurance.
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A multidisciplinary approach in hospitals has shown promise in improving treatment uptake for opioid use disorder (OUD) and reducing readmission rates among PWID.
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Regional differences in drug markets and healthcare access impact the prevalence of IDU-associated infections, with non-expansion states facing greater barriers.
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This study aims to analyze the infectious disease burden and healthcare utilization among patients with OUD receiving addiction psychiatry consultation.

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