Half of ER visits are not emergencies, study finds

NCT ID NCT07588204

First seen May 16, 2026 ยท Last updated May 16, 2026

Summary

This study reviewed nearly 30,000 medical records from a hospital's emergency department to understand why people with non-urgent conditions come to the ER. The goal was to identify common reasons for these visits and how they are managed, such as wait times and referrals. By understanding these patterns, hospitals can reduce overcrowding and improve care for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600116, India

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