How do multi-morbidity and polypharmacy affect general practice attendance and referral rates? A retrospective analysis of consultations.

Andrew O'ReganJane O'DohertyRay O'ConnorWalter CullenVikram NiranjanLiam G GlynnAilish Hannigan
Published in: PloS one (2022)
As age, morbidity and number of medications rise, so too do all types of consultations in general practice. However, the rate of referral remains relatively stable. General practice must be supported to provide person centred care to an ageing population with rising rates of multi-morbidity and polypharmacy.