New models aim to spot high-risk seniors in the ER
NCT ID NCT07194122
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at over 140,000 people aged 65 and older who visited emergency departments in Spain. Researchers created models to predict which patients might have poor outcomes, such as needing intensive care or dying. They used vital signs, medical history, and a frailty scale to build these models. The goal is to improve triage and care for older adults in the future.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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141,929 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2019
- Finished
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Dec 2024
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
patients over 65 years of age who attend the emergency department for any reason during the study period
- Ages
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65 to 120 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * patients over 65 years of age who attend the emergency department for any reason during the study period Exclusion Criteria: * arrival at the emergency department in critical condition in pre-mortem situations, * absence of a carer in situations of severe dependency * presence of mental illness, and refusal to participate in the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital Galdakao-Usansolo
Usansolo, Bizkaia, 48950, Spain
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