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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a significant public health issue in the U.S., ranking as the eighth leading cause of death in 2021.
    • Over 37 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes, with increasing prevalence observed in younger adult populations.
    • Advanced age is a known risk factor for hospitalization among individuals with diabetes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe emergency department (ED) visits among adults with diabetes.
    • To analyze the characteristics of these ED visits, with a specific focus on age-related patterns.
    • To provide insights into healthcare utilization and access for diabetic patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of emergency department visit data.
    • Inclusion of adult patients diagnosed with diabetes.
    • Stratification and presentation of data by age groups.

    Main Results:

    • Diabetes was the eighth leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2021.
    • Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, with rising incidence in young adults.
    • Older adults with diabetes face increased hospitalization risks.

    Conclusions:

    • Emergency department visits serve as an indicator for monitoring healthcare access and utilization among diabetic populations.
    • Understanding age-specific patterns in ED visits can inform targeted interventions and resource allocation.
    • Further research is needed to address the growing burden of diabetes-related ED visits across all age groups.