Spatial clustering of non-transported cardiac decedents: the results of a point pattern analysis and an inquiry into social environmental correlates

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>People who die from heart disease at home before any attempt at transport has been made may represent missed opportunities for life-saving medical intervention. In this study, we undertook a point-pattern spatial analysis of heart di...

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Main Authors: Pathak Elizabeth, Reader Steven, Tanner Jean, Casper Michele L
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-07-01
Series:International Journal of Health Geographics
Online Access:http://www.ij-healthgeographics.com/content/10/1/46