Model predicts neonatal sepsis in Ethiopia, suggesting improvement in routine neonatal care practices.
We developed a diagnostic prediction model for neonatal sepsis, demonstrating good discrimination, high sensitivity, and negative predictive value, with a modest positive likelihood ratio, reflecting its utility for ruling in or out sepsis. The model can be incorporated into routine neonatal care practices and quality improvement initiatives following external validation.
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