A Vital Sign-Based Model to Predict Clinical Deterioration in Hospitalized Children.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Clinical deterioration in hospitalized children is associated with increased risk of mortality and morbidity. A prediction model capable of accurate and early identification of pediatric patients at risk of deterioration can facilitate timely assessment and intervention, potentially improving survival and long-term outcomes. The objective of this study was to develop a model utilizing vital signs from electronic health record data for predicting clinical deterioration in pediatric ward patients.

Design

Observational cohort study.

Setting

An urban, tertiary-care medical center.

Patients

Patients less than 18 years admitted to the general ward during years 2009-2018.

Interventions

None.

Measurements and main results

The primary outcome of

SUBMITTER: Mayampurath A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7483876 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature