Determinants of Code Status in Older Trauma Patients Readmitted to an ICU

Mengru Wang, Joanna Liao, Jesse P. Maupin, Elizabeth Vig, Division of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Veterans Association Puget Sound Health Care, University of Washington

American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine®

Published online on June 16, 2025

Abstract

American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine®, Volume 43, Issue 7, Page 745-750, July 2026.
Context:The number of older adults experiencing traumatic injuries admitted to intensive care units is growing. Injured older adults are more likely to experience complications and unplanned ICU readmissions. There is limited knowledge about the drivers ...