Publications by authors named "Yeong Geun Gwon"
J Prev Med Public Health
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate the quality of primary and acute care in Korea by analyzing case-fatality and avoidable hospitalization rates from 2008 to 2020.
- The results indicated that case-fatality rates for acute conditions like myocardial infarction and strokes improved over time, while avoidable hospitalization rates significantly declined, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Researchers concluded that despite improvements, rates remain high compared to other countries, highlighting the need for better primary care to enhance health outcomes, especially for Korea's aging population.
