Subspecialty headache clinic visit reduced healthcare utilization in patients with migraine: Single institution retrospective cohort study.

This study looked at how care in a subspecialty headache clinic affects healthcare use. Researchers compared patients with migraines visiting a specialized clinic to those in general neurology clinics. They wanted to see if specialized care led to fewer unplanned healthcare visits within 90 days. Migraines are common and can greatly disrupt daily life. Many patients seek help in emergency departments, which can be costly. The study found that patients who visited the subspecialty headache center had lower rates of unplanned healthcare use. This suggests that specialized care may help manage migraines more effectively. The researchers also examined factors that might lead to more unplanned healthcare visits. Overall, the findings indicate that specialized headache clinics can provide better care and potentially reduce unnecessary healthcare visits for migraine patients. Clinical relevance: This research shows that specialized headache clinics can reduce unplanned healthcare visits for migraine patients, potentially leading to better management and lower costs.