The performance of screening tools and use of blood analyses in prehospital identification of sepsis patients and patients suitable for non-conveyance - an observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Early recognition of sepsis by the EMS (Emergency Medical Services), along with communicating this concern to the emergency department, could improve patient prognosis and outcome. Knowledge is limited about the performance of sepsis identification screening tools in the EMS setting. Research is also limited on the effectiveness of prehospital use of blood tests for sepsis identification. Integrating blood analyses with screening tools could improve sepsis identification, leading to prompt interventions and improved patient outcomes.

Aim

The aim of the present study is firstly to evaluate the performance of various screening tools for sepsis identification in the EMS setting and secondly to assess the potential improvement in accuracy by incorporating blood analys

SUBMITTER: Olander A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11462654 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature