BMJ Qual Saf , 23 October 2017
- Of the 64 studies included in this systematic review, 53 showed improvement in some of the healthcare processes and patient outcomes that they investigated. A small number of studies also showed that collaboratives were cost-effective, and the improvements were sustainable for at least six months.
- Thirty-nine studies were carried out in acute hospitals, covering a wide variety of topics. Twenty studies took place in ambulatory care or general practice, most related to managing chronic conditions. Four studies were conducted in nursing homes, looking at pain management, falls prevention and pressure ulcers. One study took place in an ambulance service, covering pre-hospital care for heart attack and stroke.
