Table 5.
Timing of probable or possible secondary care events to primary care defined upper gastrointestinal bleed events
| Time difference between defining primary care event and closest probable or possible secondary care event | Frequency | Percentage | Cumulative percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact match |
15,689 |
51.99 |
52.99 |
| 1 day prior or 1 week post |
1,348 |
4.47 |
56.46 |
| 2 weeks pre or post event |
469 |
1.55 |
58.01 |
| 1 month pre or post event |
612 |
2.03 |
60.04 |
| 2 months pre or post event |
573 |
1.90 |
61.94 |
| > 2 months or no associated code |
11,485 |
38.06 |
100.00 |
| Total | 30,176 | 100.00 |