The editorial discusses the issue of death after discharge from the emergency department (ED), focusing on the study by Maestre-Orozco et al. that examines mortality at home following ED discharge. The study found a low rate of death (0.03% at 7 days and 0.08% at 30 days) after ED discharge, which is much lower than the general rate of death after discharge. The study highlights the importance of identifying unexpected deaths related to ED care and the need for better follow-up systems to prevent such events. The authors emphasize the need for further research to understand the factors contributing to these deaths and to improve patient outcomes. The editorial also notes the limitations of the study, including its focus on a single hospital and the lack of data on subsequent medical consultations. The article underscores the importance of a robust healthcare system that includes follow-up care and early intervention to reduce the risk of unexpected deaths after ED discharge. The study contributes to the understanding of mortality after ED discharge and highlights the need for improved care and follow-up systems to ensure patient safety.The editorial discusses the issue of death after discharge from the emergency department (ED), focusing on the study by Maestre-Orozco et al. that examines mortality at home following ED discharge. The study found a low rate of death (0.03% at 7 days and 0.08% at 30 days) after ED discharge, which is much lower than the general rate of death after discharge. The study highlights the importance of identifying unexpected deaths related to ED care and the need for better follow-up systems to prevent such events. The authors emphasize the need for further research to understand the factors contributing to these deaths and to improve patient outcomes. The editorial also notes the limitations of the study, including its focus on a single hospital and the lack of data on subsequent medical consultations. The article underscores the importance of a robust healthcare system that includes follow-up care and early intervention to reduce the risk of unexpected deaths after ED discharge. The study contributes to the understanding of mortality after ED discharge and highlights the need for improved care and follow-up systems to ensure patient safety.