Predicting survival for older ICU patients
This study aims to create a tool to predict survival in older adults (75+) who are admitted to the ICU from the emergency room. It may help doctors better understand individual risks and make more informed care decisions.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years old or older.
- You are being admitted to the ICU directly from the emergency department.
- You or a family member can give permission for you to be in the study.
- A family member or close contact is available to answer questions about you.
- You were not transferred from another hospital ward or a step-down unit.
- You have not already had a breathing tube placed or been resuscitated before arriving at the ER.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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