The prognostic models for predicting the survival probability of septic patients: A cohort study in Vietnam

  • Pham Dinh Tung VNU University of Science

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Sepsis, SOFA, Cox PH model

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Objective: To predict the survival probability of septic patients over time, integrating the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score with other key clinical features. Subject and method: Using stepwise and exhaustive search techniques, we analyzed time-dependent data from 125 patients in the Intensive Care Unit of the 108 Military Central Hospital, collected during a cohort study conducted between December 2019 and February 2021. Result: We identified 11 prognostic factors related to vital signs, onset symptoms, blood investigations, and severity of illness scores that significantly influence the mortality rate as well as the survival probability at the specified time. A proposed model incorporating four key factors - SOFA score, shivering, hemoglobin and septic shock - demonstrated superior performance compared to a univariate Cox model based solely on SOFA. This improvement was evidenced by better quality metrics, such as the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) and enhanced calibration plots. Additionally, we introduce a user-friendly nomogram to estimate 7-day, 14-day, and 30-day mortality risks for septic patients using the identified significant factors. Conclusion: This study provides valuable insights into the survival probabilities of septic patients and offers a practical prognostic tool for clinical application. With further validation and refinement, the findings could make a significant contribution to improving sepsis management and patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.

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