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Types of primary healthcare emergencies in Muscat, Oman : a retrospective cross-sectional study of five primary care centres
Joint Authors
al-Fadil, Fayizah A.
al-Salmani, Asma Ali
al-Mahruqi, Amal
Maqbali, Raya H.
Source
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal
Issue
Vol. 21, Issue 4 (30 Nov. 2021), pp.572-577, 6 p.
Publisher
Sultan Qaboos University College of Medicine and Health Sciences
Publication Date
2021-11-30
Country of Publication
Oman
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
-Objectives: Emergencies can occur at any time and be life-threatening or cause permanent damage.
Accordingly, the management of emergency cases is an integral part of primary healthcare (PHC).
This study aimed to estimate the proportion and types of emergency cases presented to PHC centres in Muscat, Oman.
Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted from March to August 2016 at five PHC centres in the Muscat Governorate.
A total of 800 emergency cases (i.e.
those labelled in the health information system as an accident and emergency) of Omani patients aged ≥5 years presented during this period.
Every second case, based on arrival to the registration desk, was selected for analysis.
Electronic medical records were reviewed to collect data regarding demographic features, presenting complaints, time and season of presentation, management provided and method of transportation if referred to tertiary care.
Results: The proportion of emergency cases was <2.5% (range: 1–2.5%).
The most common type of emergency was musculoskeletal issues/trauma (34.3%) followed by gastroenterological (15.1%) and genitourinary (10.0%) emergencies.
Most patients were either 21–39 or 5–12 years old (35.0% and 21.6%, respectively).
The majority (59.6%) were treated directly at the health centre, while the remaining patients (40.4%) were referred to tertiary care.
At referral, only 12.1% were transported by ambulance and the rest via private transport.
Conclusion: Musculoskeletal issues/trauma was the most common type of emergency seen at the selected PHC centres in Muscat.
Further research is needed to determine whether PHC centres have the capability and resources necessary to appropriately manage emergency cases.
American Psychological Association (APA)
al-Mahruqi, Amal& Maqbali, Raya H.& al-Fadil, Fayizah A.& al-Salmani, Asma Ali. 2021. Types of primary healthcare emergencies in Muscat, Oman : a retrospective cross-sectional study of five primary care centres. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal،Vol. 21, no. 4, pp.572-577.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1354434
Modern Language Association (MLA)
al-Mahruqi, Amal…[et al.]. Types of primary healthcare emergencies in Muscat, Oman : a retrospective cross-sectional study of five primary care centres. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal Vol. 21, no. 4 (Nov. 2021), pp.572-577.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1354434
American Medical Association (AMA)
al-Mahruqi, Amal& Maqbali, Raya H.& al-Fadil, Fayizah A.& al-Salmani, Asma Ali. Types of primary healthcare emergencies in Muscat, Oman : a retrospective cross-sectional study of five primary care centres. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal. 2021. Vol. 21, no. 4, pp.572-577.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1354434
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 577
Record ID
BIM-1354434