Why do patients flood the ER with minor issues? new study investigates.

NCT ID NCT07046754

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at why patients choose the emergency department over out-of-hours care for general medicine problems. Researchers surveyed 194 adults in France to understand their decision-making. The goal is to help reduce overcrowding in emergency rooms by improving patient care pathways.

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Locations

  • CH de Martigues

    Martigues, Bouches du Rhone, 13500, France

  • Centre Hospitalier de Martigues

    Martigues, Bouches du Rhone, 13500, France