Clinical characteristics of under-reporters on urine drug screens in a cocaine treatment study

Am J Addict. 2002 Fall;11(4):255-61. doi: 10.1080/10550490290088045.

Abstract

To explore the concordance between urine drug screen (UDS) results and self-report of cocaine use, results in a pharmacologic treatment trial for cocaine dependence were evaluated. Subjects with at least two occurrences of a positive UDS for cocaine were characterized as either an under-reporter (UR, n = 43) or a truthful reporter (TR, n = 32). Interestingly, URs attended more study sessions and were more likely to complete the study. Significant differences were found in cocaine use patterns and the prevalence of Axis I and Axis II disorders. This information may be important in guiding the judicious use of UDS in clinical and research settings.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cocaine-Related Disorders / drug therapy
  • Cocaine-Related Disorders / psychology*
  • Cocaine-Related Disorders / urine*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Patient Compliance / psychology*
  • Self Disclosure
  • Substance Abuse Detection*