Glasgow Outcome Scale at discharge, and discharge destination by age group
| Age 65–74 (n (%)) | Ages 75–84 (n (%)) | Age ≥85 (n (%)) | Total (n (%)) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Outcome Scale | ||||
| Death | 35 (17.0) | 46 (20.3) | 62 (32.5) | 143 (22.9) |
| Severe disability | 11 (5.3) | 13 (5.7) | 5 (2.6) | 29 (4.6) |
| Moderate disability | 27 (13.1) | 33 (14.5) | 19 (9.9) | 79 (12.7) |
| Good recovery | 127 (61.7) | 130 (57.3) | 101 (52.9) | 358 (57.4) |
| Not available | 6 (2.9) | 5 (2.2) | 4 (2.1) | 15 (2.4) |
| Total | 206 (100) | 227 (100) | 191 (100) | 624 (100) |
| Discharge destination | ||||
| Usual place of residence | 132 (64.1) | 122 (53.7) | 89 (46.6) | 343 (55.0) |
| External rehabilitation | 16 (7.8) | 18 (7.9) | 2 (1.0) | 36 (5.8) |
| Mortuary | 35 (17.0) | 46 (20.3) | 62 (32.5) | 143 (22.9) |
| Nursing/care home | 4 (1.9) | 17 (7.5) | 27 (14.1) | 48 (7.7) |
| Other hospital | 11 (5.3) | 15 (6.6) | 8 (4.2) | 34 (5.4) |
| Not recorded | 8 (3.9) | 9 (4.0) | 3 (1.6) | 20 (3.2) |
| Total | 206 (100) | 227 (100) | 191 (100) | 624 (100) |