Original Article

Anemia in General Medical Inpatients Prolongs Length of Stay and Increases 30-Day Unplanned Readmission Rate

Objectives: Anemia, either chronic or newly developed in the hospital as a result of underlying disease and/or phlebotomy, is seen commonly among general medical inpatients, and its impact on the quality and efficiency of care is unknown. Methods: This study investigated the relation among hemoglobin level, length of stay, and…