An analysis of equity in treatment of hip fractures for older patients with dementia in acute care hospitals: observational study using nationwide hospital claims data in Japan

An analysis of equity in treatment of hip fractures for older patients with dementia in acute care hospitals: observational study using nationwide hospital claims data in Japan

Abstract Background Globally, and particularly in countries with rapidly ageing populations like Japan, there are growing concerns over the heavy burden of ill health borne by older people, and the capacity of the health system to ensure their access to quality care. Older people with dementia may f...

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Main Authors: Shinichi Tomioka, Megumi Rosenberg, Kiyohide Fushimi, Shinya Matsuda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-09-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
Subjects:
Dementia
Ageism
Equity
Surgical treatment
Hip fracture
Hospital function
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12913-020-05690-9

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