Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Examining age and gender differences in emergency department admissions

Official title: Gender Differences and Age Related Differences in Emergency Department Admission

Run by Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS · NCT05593692 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how often different age groups and genders visit the emergency department and what happens to them during those visits.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment15000 (estimated)
SponsorFondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rome, Lazio)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 18, 2022
Main results expectedJuly 5, 2025
Study endsOctober 28, 2025
Registry record updatedMarch 5, 2025
Trial IDNCT05593692 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are admitted to the emergency department.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old will not benefit from this study as they are excluded from participation.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate the differences in emergency department admissions based on age and gender. It will analyze data from patients evaluated at two major hospitals in Italy over a ten-year period, categorizing them into age groups and gender identities. The study seeks to understand the frequency of emergency visits, the reasons for these visits, and the associated hospitalization and mortality rates among different demographic groups.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and tailored interventions for emergency care based on demographic factors.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored gender and age differences in healthcare access, suggesting that this approach has potential for meaningful insights.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age over 18 y
* Admitted to emergency department

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age under 18 y

Where it's running

  • IRCSS Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli
    Rome, Lazio, Italy
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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