Factors Influencing Hospitalization Among Older Adults in Tokyo's Emergency Medical Services: The Role of Cerebral Disease and Seasonal Variations

This study identified disease-specific associations with hospitalization among older adults using emergency transport data in Tokyo. Even after adjustment, cerebral diseases remained strongly associated with hospitalization, while unspecified diagnoses were linked to non-hospitalization. These findings highlight the importance of prehospital assessment and may inform strategic improvements in triage and transport decision-making.