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Characteristics of the study participants (n = 670)
| Age, mean, in years (SD) | 81 (10) |
|---|---|
| Sex, % female | 53% |
| Number of drugs at admission, median (IQR) | |
| Regular use | 7 (5-11) |
| As needed | 1 (0-2) |
| Patients using a multi-dose system (ApoDos®), % of patients | 21% |
| Length of stay in the ward, median days (IQR) | 8 (4-12) |
| Number of drugs at discharge, median (IQR) | |
| Regular use | 8 (5-11) |
| As needed | 1 (1-3) |
SD, standard deviation. IQR, interquartile range
