Evaluating assessment methods for older patients with frailty in emergency departments
Evaluation of Prioritized Assessment for Older Patients Living With Frailty Presenting to the Emergency Department
This study is trying to see if a new way of assessing frail older patients in the emergency department can help doctors better understand their needs and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 480 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Linkoeping Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Linköping, Östergötland) |
| Trial ID | NCT06869148 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on older patients aged 65 and above who present to the emergency department with frailty. It aims to improve triage processes by implementing a prioritized assessment approach that considers the unique needs of frail older adults. The study utilizes the Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) to document patients' frailty levels and inform resource allocation in emergency care. By enhancing the triage system, the study seeks to identify patients at greater risk of negative health outcomes more effectively.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 65 years and older who have been assessed using the Clinical Frailty Scale.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 65 or those who refuse participation in the study will not benefit from this assessment approach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to better health outcomes for frail older patients by ensuring they receive timely and appropriate care in emergency situations.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into frailty assessments in emergency settings, this specific approach using the CFS in conjunction with the RETTS triage system is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 65 years of age or older * Assessed by CFS with the score being documented in the electronic journal Exclusion Criteria: * Under the age of 65 years of age * Not assessed by CFS * Refusal of participation in the study
Where this trial is running
Linköping, Östergötland
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University hospital — Linköping, Östergötland, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Samia Munir Ehrlington, MD
- Email: samia.munir.ehrlington@regionostergotland.se
- Phone: +46101030000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.