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http://dx.doi.org/10.24304/kjcp.2021.31.2.104

Exploring the Perception on Drug Utilization Review System and DUR Modernization Pilot Project: A Qualitative Study Using Focus Group Interviews  

Bea, Sungho (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
Jeon, Ha-Lim (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
Yoon, Dongwon (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
Choi, Ahhyung (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
Lee, Hyesung (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
Shin, Ju-Young (School of pharmacy, Sungkyunkwan University)
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Korean Journal of Clinical Pharmacy / v.31, no.2, 2021 , pp. 104-114 More about this Journal
Abstract
Objective: To explore the perception of drug utilization review (DUR) system and DUR modernization pilot project among healthcare professionals and patients. Methods: We conducted 8 times of focus group interviews (FGI) between August 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019. The healthcare professionals and patients who participated in the DUR modernization pilot project were included in the present study. Based on the type of project participation or medical institution, the participants were divided into the following four groups: group 1, hospital; group 2, clinic; group 3, pharmacy; and group 4, patient. Within each group, interviews were conducted under a pre-defined agenda to identify the implicit perceptions of the participants; the contents of the interviews were, then, categorized. Results: Healthcare professionals established a consensus on the positive aspects of the DUR system and DUR modernization pilot project. However, substantial concerns remain, such as additional workload associated with monitoring adverse events or acquiring consents from patients. Furthermore, a difference of opinion over the DUR convenience system was observed. Among 3 DUR convenience system, the personal medication history review service was highly utilized, but pop-up hold function and communication system was rarely used. Conclusion: We observed that systematic intervention using the DUR system is effective for both healthcare providers and consumers. Adverse events caused by inappropriate drug use can be prevented by continuous patient monitoring. Therefore, the role of DUR system needs to be expanded to establish a safe drug management system.
Keywords
Drug utilization review; DUR; monitoring; focus group interview; DUR modernization project;
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