Racing against time: Emergency ambulance dispatches and response times, a register-based study in Region Zealand, Denmark, 2013-2022.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global strain on Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is reflected in the increasing number of emergency ambulance dispatches. Shorter EMS response times have demonstrated some effect on very specific and rare conditions. It is unknown if the increased number of ambulance dispatches compromises response times. This study aimed to describe trends in emergency ambulance dispatches and response times from 2013 to 2022 in Region Zealand, Denmark. Additionally, it aimed to outline the demographic profile of emergency ambulance patients, including age and comorbidities.

Methods

Using administrative data from the Region Zealand emergency medical dispatch center, a register-based study spanning from January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2022, was conducted. Data were linked wi

SUBMITTER: Jensen JT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11542390 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature