Remote alcohol withdrawal treatment shows promise in small pilot study
NCT ID NCT04858490
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether people experiencing alcohol withdrawal can be safely treated at home using telemedicine. Thirty adults who wanted to quit drinking received remote monitoring and symptom-triggered medication over three days. The goal was to see if this approach kept people in treatment and avoided emergency room visits. Results will help determine if telemedicine is a feasible and satisfying option for managing withdrawal.
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Conditions
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H4, Canada
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