Table 2 Reasons for rehospitalisation
From: Avoidable readmission in Hong Kong - system, clinician, patient or social factor?
Reasons | % |
|---|---|
Deterioration of existing disorder | 52.6 |
New medical conditions | 43.9 |
Unresolved medical problems | 15.3 |
Side effects of drugs/drug-drug interaction | 6.1 |
Social problem | 3.2 |
Non-compliance with medication or diet | 3.0 |
Terminal care | 2.7 |
Psychological problems | 2.7 |
Complication of treatment other than drugs | 1.7 |