Retrospective observational study evaluates trauma response and triage efficiency in Saudi hospitals, highlighting crucial improvements for better patient outcomes.
Background: Emergency Departments (EDs) are critical for managing trauma and life-threatening conditions, but delays in triage and response can worsen outcomes. This study assesses the readiness of Saudi hospitals’ EDs regarding triage efficiency and trauma response. Method: A retrospective observational study was conducted using 125 cases from governmental, private, and university-affiliated hospitals. Data included triage time, trauma response time, staffing, equipment, and overcrowding. Statistical tests such as Pearson correlation, t-tests, and ANOVA were applied. Results: Well-staffed and well-equipped hospitals showed significantly shorter triage and response times. Trauma centers outperformed non-trauma centers, while overcrowding and night/weekend shifts were linked to longer delays. Findings: Staffing levels and equipment availability were key determinants of ED efficiency. Conclusion: Enhancing staffing, improving equipment availability, and expanding trauma centers are essential steps toward improving emergency readiness and patient outcomes in Saudi hospitals, aligning with national healthcare improvement goals.
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Ashraf Baboor*, Norah A. Almokhiteyb, Rayan Jubeihi, Maryam A. Derar, Asseel A. Alsaqqaf, Amani Abdullah, Sumaya Al-Shahrani, Abdelgalil M. Fadl (2026) studied this question.
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