Articles: mortality.
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The performance of host immune responses biomarkers and clinical scores was compared to identify infection patient populations at risk of progression to sepsis, ICU admission and mortality. ⋯ Patients exhibiting low severity signs of infection but high IL-10 levels showed an elevated probability of developing sepsis. Combining IL-10 with the NEWS score provides a reliable tool for predicting the progression from infection to sepsis at an early stage. Utilizing IL-6 in the emergency room can help identify patients with low NEWS or SIRS scores.
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At the beginning of December 2022, the Chinese government made major adjustments to the epidemic prevention and control measures. The epidemic infection data and laboratory makers for infected patients based on this period may help with the management and prognostication of COVID-19 patients. ⋯ The laboratory model established in this study showed high discrimination, calibration, and net benefit. It may be used for early identification of severe patients with COVID-19.
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Journal of critical care · Dec 2024
Influence of contrast medium on long-term renal function and outcomes in patients with septic acute kidney injury: A propensity-matched cohort study.
To investigate the relationship between contrast medium administration and long-term mortality and renal function in patients with septic acute kidney injury (AKI). ⋯ The administration of intravenous contrast medium was not associated with long-term mortality, deterioration of renal function, or dialysis in patients with septic AKI.