Healthcare burden and clinical outcomes of polypharmacy in older adults: a population-based cohort study in South Korea
This study demonstrates that polypharmacy among older adults is significantly associated with higher healthcare costs and risks of hospitalization and mortality. Findings suggest that integrated care models, incorporating medication reviews and tailored care plans, alongside community resources to support isolated seniors, may mitigate healthcare costs and improve health outcomes.
Authors
- Euna Han (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2656-7059)
- Kyung Sun Oh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5617-5182)
- Zhaoyan Piao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3866-0840)
Institutions
- Yonsei University (KR)
- Yeungnam University (KR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Archives of Public Health
- Published
- 2025-08-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13690-025-01703-3
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.22
Funders
- Yeungnam University