Emergency Department Falls Study for Adults 65+
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study examines how doctors evaluate older adults who fall in the emergency department. Researchers want to better understand fall patterns and improve care for seniors after falls.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You came to the emergency department within 48 hours of your fall
- Your fall was from standing, a chair, toilet seat, or bed
- You have not been transferred from another hospital after having brain imaging
- You plan to stay in the emergency department for the full medical evaluation
- You live within the hospital's service area
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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