Retrospective study evaluates SOFA and PSS scores for mortality prediction in pediatric septic shock, suggesting improved decision-making.
Both SOFA and PSS scores are effective tools for predicting mortality in pediatric septic shock. SOFA demonstrated superior overall performance, whereas PSS showed advantages in specific age ranges and disease categories. Using the two scoring systems in combination may support more informed clinical decision-making.
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