Publications by authors named "Argirios Skulikidis"
The use of palliative care (PC) is on the rise in the USA, with clear benefits to patients, families, hospitals, and insurance companies. Our study investigates trends in PC utilization, focusing on socioeconomic characteristics. The National Inpatient Sample (NIS) from 2015 to 2020 was used to identify adults hospitalized in the United States (US).
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- The study aimed to assess the prevalence and impact of pressure ulcer injuries (PIs) in minority groups within U.S. hospitals, focusing on their association with long-term pressure on bony areas.
- Utilizing the National Inpatient Sample from 2011 to 2020, the researchers analyzed a total of 5,993,667 PI admissions and matching controls, comparing factors like age, gender, insurance type, and comorbidity levels.
- Findings revealed that male patients, older individuals (75+), and those on Medicare/Medicaid were more likely to develop PIs, with African Americans showing a higher risk compared to Whites and experiencing different rates of associated complications.