Abstract 275: Effects of Index Admission Length of Stay on Readmission Interval in Patients With Heart Failure [Session Title: Poster Session PM]

Conclusion: In our patients admitted with heart failure, 8 to 13-day index admission was associated with the longest readmission interval. It is possible that shorter index admission may not allow for sufficient medical optimization. This conclusion requires further study. While patients with prolonged index admission are more likely to have IDDM and CKD, these co-morbidities do not appear to result in shorter readmission intervals. There may be additional, currently not well investigated factors affecting readmission interval. Further research is needed to define optimal LOS and discharge criteria in patients admitted with a diagnosis of heart failure.
Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Session Title: Poster Session PM Source Type: research