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The central aim is to assess the effectiveness of SOFA and PSS scores in predicting mortality in pediatric septic shock.

January 14, 2026Open Access

Comparative prognostic evaluation of SOFA and PSS scores in pediatric septic shock: A retrospective study

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The central aim is to assess the effectiveness of SOFA and PSS scores in predicting mortality in pediatric septic shock.
Conducted a retrospective analysis of pediatric septic shock cases
Compared the prognostic abilities of SOFA and PSS scores
Evaluated performance across different age ranges and disease categories
SOFA score showed superior overall performance in predicting mortality
PSS score had advantages in specific age groups and conditions
Combining both scores may enhance clinical decision-making

Abstract

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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