Pattern of non-trauma emergency department resource utilization in older adults: An 8-year experience in Taiwan
Conclusion Our study shows that older adult patients are associated with more ED visits and higher acuity, higher ED costs, and higher risks of admission to both the ordinary ward and ICU than younger adult patients.
Source: Journal of the Chinese Medical Association - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research
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