Increased Mortality Among Patients With Acute Leukemia Admitted on Weekends Compared to Weekdays

Conclusion There was significantly increased mortality among weekend admissions for acute leukemia. Mortality was reduced among patients admitted to teaching hospitals. Micro-Abstract The mortality of patients admitted on the weekends was compared with that on weekdays. There was significantly increased mortality among acute leukemia patients admitted on a weekend. We also conclude that patients admitted to teaching hospitals have a better outcome. This study emphasizes the importance of availability of resources and early presentation to tertiary care centers for acute leukemia patients.
Source: Clinical Lymphoma Myeloma and Leukemia - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research