Ambulance Non-Conveyance: Study Finds Outcomes for Patients Not Conveyed to Hospital

A study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Emergency Medicine revealed the outcomes for patients who were not conveyed by emergency medical services in Sweden's Oribro County. The study analyzed nearly 31,000 cases over a one-year period and found that 17% of non-conveyed patients visited the emergency department within seven days. Furthermore, 5% of patients were hospitalized and 18% died within that timeframe. The study also identified older age as a risk factor for hospitalization and death. The findings highlight the importance of carefully evaluating non-conveyance decisions and providing appropriate follow-up care and resources to ensure patient safety.