Prediction of adverse health outcomes using an electronic frailty index among nonfrail and prefrail community elders
Journal
BMC geriatrics
Journal Volume
23
Journal Issue
1
Date Issued
2023-08-07
Author(s)
Abstract
Early recognition of older people at risk of undesirable clinical outcomes is vital in preventing future disabling conditions. Here, we report the prognostic performance of an electronic frailty index (eFI) in comparison with traditional tools among nonfrail and prefrail community-dwelling older adults. The study is to investigate the predictive utility of a deficit-accumulation eFI in community elders without overt frailty.
Subjects
Clinical frailty scale; Emergency room visits; Falls; Frailty; Frailty index; Frailty phenotype; Hospitalizations
Type
journal article