Mobile Geriatric Unit (MGU) to Reduce Hospitalisations in Nursing Home Residents

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Mobile Geriatric Unit (MGU): The MGU is a mobile diagnostic unit providing on-site diagnostics in nursing homes. It includes a 32-slice (64 slice reconstruction) whole body CT scanner, digital X-ray, portable ultrasound, ECG, EEG, and point-of-care laboratory diagnostics. A physician and radiology technician perform diagnostics on-site. Results are transmitted via telemedicine to hospital specialists and communicated to the general practitioner for treatment decisions within 48 hours.

Study summary

This prospective observational before-after study evaluates the impact of a Mobile Geriatric Unit (MGU) on hospitalisation rates among nursing home residents. The study includes a 12-month control phase with usual care followed by a 12-month intervention phase during which the MGU is implemented. The MGU provides advanced on-site diagnostics and telemedicine-supported specialist consultation within nursing homes.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Hospital admissions per person-year — Up to 24 months
  Number of inpatient hospital admissions, excluding elective admissions.

Trial sites (1)

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