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Longer hospital wait before ICU linked to higher death risk in elderly patients

NCT ID NCT07571213

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Uppsala University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at over 315,000 very old patients (80+) admitted to Swedish ICUs. It found that the longer a patient stayed in a regular hospital ward before being moved to the ICU, the higher their risk of dying within 30 days. The research highlights the need for careful decisions about when to transfer elderly patients to intensive care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If confirmed, this could help doctors decide when to move very old patients to the ICU, potentially saving lives.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a trial. It shows a link, not proof that shorter waits cause better outcomes. Other factors may explain the results.

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Study facts

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Participants

315,042 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2019

Finished

Sep 2019

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patient admitted to a Swedish ICU that reported the admission to the Swedish intensive care registry.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient admitted to a Swedish ICU that reported the admission to the Swedish intensive care registry. Exclusion Criteria: \-

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Age over 80 years Hospital length of stay Intensive care (ICU) Mortality

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Uppsala University

    Uppsala, Sweden

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