Profiles of Frequent Geriatric Users of Emergency Departments: A Latent Class Analysis
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DOI: 10.1111/jgs.16921
Abstract: Frequent geriatric users of emergency departments (EDs) represent a complex and heterogeneous population. Identifying their specific subgroups would allow the development of interventions better customized to their needs and characteristics. Thus, this study aimed to… read more here.
Keywords: emergency departments; geriatric users; users emergency; profiles frequent ... See more keywords
Profiles of frequent emergency department users with chronic conditions: a latent class analysis
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-055297
Abstract: Objectives Frequent emergency department users represent a small proportion of users while cumulating many visits. Previously identified factors of frequent use include high physical comorbidity, mental health disorders, poor socioeconomic status and substance abuse. However,… read more here.
Keywords: emergency; frequent emergency; profiles frequent; emergency department ... See more keywords