Prognostic value of scoring systems in geriatric patients receiving warfarin presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding
A retrospective study evaluated three scoring systems for predicting outcomes in geriatric patients on warfarin who presented with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. The AIMS65 score proved most effective for predicting in-hospital mortality, while the Glasgow-Blatchford Score was superior for predicting transfusion needs and ICU admissions.
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Optimizing triage tools for elderly patients on anticoagulants can significantly improve clinical decision-making and resource allocation in emergency departments.
Scientific Reports ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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