Predictors of emergency visits in frail older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at why frail older adults go to the emergency room. Researchers want to see if blood tests and brain scans can help predict who needs emergency care. Participation involves one interview and having had a recent brain scan and blood work.
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Who can take part
- Be 65 years or older
- Speak Italian fluently
- Need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or cooking
- Had a routine blood test in the last 6 months
- Had a brain scan (MRI or CT) in the last 6 months
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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