NCT07472335 Home-based Acute Care for Older Persons Initiated by the Emergency Medical and Ambulance Services - a Retrospective Observation of Effects on Healthcare Utilisation and Mortality
| NCT ID | NCT07472335 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Vastra Gotaland Region |
| Condition | Aged |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 5,000 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-04-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-12-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 5,000 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-12-31.
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Brief Summary
This observational study aims to examine outcomes of home-based acute care delivered by a mobile healthcare team in persons aged 75 years and older following an episode of acute illness. The study will assess whether home-based acute care initiated by the emergency medical dispatch centre or ambulance services is non-inferior to emergency department care with regard to care needs and mortality.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Contact with the emergency number (112), followed by either a telephone assessment by the Emergency Medical Dispatch Centre or an in-home assessment by an ambulance nurse * Home-based acute care a weekday between 8 AM - 4 PM * Emergency-department care weeknight 4 PM - 8 AM or weekends * Registered residence in one of the municipalities of Gothenburg, Mölndal, Partille, or Härryda Exclusion Criteria: * Immediate conditions requiring hospital care * Care at the emergency department or by a mobile primary care team occurring more than 24 hours after assessment by the Emergency Medical Dispatch Centre or ambulance services * Individuals who have already been assessed by a physician and/or have a written referral to the emergency department
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07472335 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 75 Years or older, studying Aged. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07472335 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07472335 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Vastra Gotaland Region to inquire about joining.
Where is the NCT07472335 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Gothenburg, Sweden.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07472335 clinical trial?
NCT07472335 is sponsored by Vastra Gotaland Region. The trial plans to enroll 5,000 participants.