Fall Risk Factors and Fall Risk among Elderly Patients with Chronic Diseases in Long-Term Care Hospitals

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Insomnia, visual impairment, dysuria, and severe dizziness at admission significantly increase the risk of falls among elderly patients with chronic diseases in long-term care hospitals. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Eun-Joo Kim

doi:10.5762/kais.2026.27.5.50

May 31, 2026Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation SocietyOpen Access

Fall Risk Factors and Fall Risk among Elderly Patients with Chronic Diseases in Long-Term Care Hospitals

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This study investigates the relationship between fall risk factors and actual fall occurrences among elderly patients in long-term care settings.
Investigated 220 hospitalized patients aged 65 and older, comparing 110 fallers to 110 non-fallers in a matched design.
Collected data from electronic medical records and fall incident reports.
Used SPSS for descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and logistic regression analysis.
Insomnia, visual impairments, urinary disorders, and severe dizziness were identified as significant risk factors for falls.
Falls mainly occurred within 6 months of hospitalization and frequently in hospital corridors.
Most fallers were lethargic and often required partial assistance when walking.

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Survey identifies fall risk factors and incidents in elderly with chronic diseases, suggesting prevention strategies.

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