Why the study?
What are the causes of death for patients who die on general wards after discharge from an intensive care unit?
Population
1700 patients admitted to an intensive care unit over a 5-year period, specifically focusing on the 153 who…
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Some post-ICU ward deaths may be preventable; leaves open whether enhanced monitoring or discharge protocols improve outcomes.
What are the causes of death for patients who die on general wards after discharge from an intensive care unit?
A significant proportion of patients discharged from the ICU die on general wards, with some deaths potentially preventable through improved ward care or extended intensive care.
Wallis et al. (1997) studied this question.
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