Background Frequent geriatric users of emergency departments (EDs) constitute a small
group of individuals accounting for a disproportionately high number of ED visits. In addition …

Introduction The elderly, who suffer from multiple chronic diseases, represent a substantial
proportion of Emergency Department (ED) frequent users, thus contributing to ED …

Abstract Background. Hospital emergency departments (EDs) serve an aging population
with an increased burden on health resources. Few studies have examined the effects of …

Background Emergency department (ED) attendance for older people towards the end of life
is common and increasing, despite most preferring home-based care. We aimed to review …

Background Emergency Departments (EDs) are playing an increasingly important role in the
care of older adults. Characterizing ED usage will facilitate the planning for care delivery …

Background Given the higher incidence of emergency conditions in older inhabitants, the
global increase in aged population will pose a challenge for emergency services. In this …

Objectives: To conduct a systematic review of the literature on the determinants of hospital
emergency department (ED) visits by elders, using a modification of the Andersen …

Background A small proportion of patients use an excessively large amount of emergency
care resources which often results in emergency department (ED) overcrowding, decreased …

Background Population ageing is projected to impact on health services utilisation including
Emergency Departments (ED), with older patients reportedly having a high rate of return …

Older adults use emergency departments (EDs) more than any other age group and are
more prone to subsequent adverse events. This article reviews the literature on ED use by …