Letter to Editor

Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage

Volume: 11 Number: 1 April 30, 2026
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Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage

Abstract

In this letter, we argue that green zone visits should not be viewed merely as a burden to be reduced but rather as a signal warranting a re-evaluation of triage practices and organization of the healthcare system. Such a perspective may facilitate a more balanced and comprehensive understanding of emergency department utilization.We hope this discussion contributes to more nuanced, evidence-based considerations of triage processes and health service planning in emergency medicine practice.

Keywords

Supporting Institution

Financial Disclosure: There is no individual, institution, or organization providing financial support.

Ethical Statement

Ethical Issues and Informed Consent: None

Thanks

Acknowledgments: Thanks to the healthcare personnel providing emergency medical care.

References

  1. Uscher-Pines L, Pines J, Kellermann A, Gillen E, Mehrotra A. Emergency department visits for nonurgent conditions: systematic literature review. Am J Manag Care. 2013;19(1):47-59.
  2. Gilboy N, Tanabe P, Travers, D, Rosenau AM. Emergency Severity Index (ESI): A triage tool for emergency department care 4th Version 4. AHRQ Publication; 2020.
  3. Carret ML, Fassa AC, Domingues MR. Inappropriate use of emergency services: A systematic review of prevalence and associated factors. Cad Saude Publica. 2009;25(1):7-28.

Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Emergency Medicine

Journal Section

Letter to Editor

Publication Date

April 30, 2026

Submission Date

January 7, 2026

Acceptance Date

March 28, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 11 Number: 1

APA
Güçlü Utlu, S. (2026). Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage. Journal of Anatolian Medical Research, 11(1), 22-22. https://doi.org/10.55694/jamer.1858474
AMA
1.Güçlü Utlu S. Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage. JAMER. 2026;11(1):22-22. doi:10.55694/jamer.1858474
Chicago
Güçlü Utlu, Sibel. 2026. “Green Zone Visits As a Potential Blind Spot in Triage”. Journal of Anatolian Medical Research 11 (1): 22-22. https://doi.org/10.55694/jamer.1858474.
EndNote
Güçlü Utlu S (April 1, 2026) Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage. Journal of Anatolian Medical Research 11 1 22–22.
IEEE
[1]S. Güçlü Utlu, “Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage”, JAMER, vol. 11, no. 1, pp. 22–22, Apr. 2026, doi: 10.55694/jamer.1858474.
ISNAD
Güçlü Utlu, Sibel. “Green Zone Visits As a Potential Blind Spot in Triage”. Journal of Anatolian Medical Research 11/1 (April 1, 2026): 22-22. https://doi.org/10.55694/jamer.1858474.
JAMA
1.Güçlü Utlu S. Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage. JAMER. 2026;11:22–22.
MLA
Güçlü Utlu, Sibel. “Green Zone Visits As a Potential Blind Spot in Triage”. Journal of Anatolian Medical Research, vol. 11, no. 1, Apr. 2026, pp. 22-22, doi:10.55694/jamer.1858474.
Vancouver
1.Sibel Güçlü Utlu. Green Zone Visits as a Potential Blind Spot in Triage. JAMER. 2026 Apr. 1;11(1):22-. doi:10.55694/jamer.1858474