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Predictors of falls and mortality among elderly adults with traumatic brain injury: A nationwide, population-based study.

Wayne W FuTerence S FuRowan JingSteven R McFaullMichael D Cusimano
Published in: PloS one (2017)
Prevention efforts should be targeted towards vulnerable demographics including the "older old" (ages 85 and older) and those with multiple medical comorbidities. Additionally, hospitals and long-term care facilities should be prepared to manage the burgeoning population of older patients with more complex comorbidities.
Keyphrases
  • community dwelling
  • middle aged
  • traumatic brain injury
  • long term care
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  • physical activity
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