Trajectories of health and social care expenditure in the last year of life among people 70 years and older in Region Stockholm: a population-based cohort study

This study observed distinct trajectories of care expenditure among older people at the end-of-life and multiple factors contributed to these patterns. Most followed a trajectory where both where health and social expenditure remained high and persons relied on care in their own homes. These findings provide insight into the care resources used during the last year of life and may serve to inform future policies on care planning in the context of an ageing population.