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Age, cost of treatment among top reasons patients leave hospital early

By UPI / HealthDay News  
   June 20, 2017

Using 2013 U.S. hospital data, researchers found that younger patients are much more likely than older patients to leave the hospital against the advice of their doctor. The consequences of such actions -- for patient well-being and the healthcare system -- can be dire, including a higher risk of hospital readmission, illness and death, in addition to increased costs.

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