World journal of clinical pediatrics
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World J Clin Pediatr · Feb 2016
Validation of a pediatric bedside tool to predict time to death after withdrawal of life support.
To evaluate the accuracy of a tool developed to predict timing of death following withdrawal of life support in children. ⋯ In this external cohort, the DPT is clinically relevant in predicting time from withdrawal of life support to death. In our patients, the DPT is more useful in predicting death within 60 min of withdrawal of life support than within 30 min. Furthermore, our analysis suggests optimal cut-off scores. Additional calibration and modifications of this important tool could help guide the intensive care team and families considering DCD.