89 Geographical Variation of Emergency Hospital Admissions for Ambulatory Care Sensitive Conditions in Older Adults in the Republic of Ireland

ConclusionThe rate of emergency admissions for ACS conditions studied is in line with research in the United States, although COPD and angina account for a higher proportion of admissions in our study. There is significant geographical variation in ACS admission rates among older adults in Ireland. Further research should explore local factors influencing emergency admission, particularly in socio-economically disadvantaged areas and those with lower GP supply.
Source: Age and Ageing - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research