Serum Albumin Ratios Correct the Ability of Traditional Biomarkers to Predict Mortality of Sepsis Patients Admitted to Surgical ICU
Sepsis remains a leading cause of mortality in hospitalized patients, despite advancements in critical care. Existing clinical scores for predicting sepsis outcomes often lack generalizability and complexity, hindering accurate risk assessment and timely intervention. This study aimed to evaluate the prognostic performance of serum albumin ratios to C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin (PCT), and lactate in predicting 28-day morbidities and mortality in sepsis patients admitted to surgical ICUs. By incorporating these albumin ratios into clinical decision-making, we hypothesized that clinicians could more accurately identify patients at high risk of adverse outcomes and tailor treatment strategies accordingly.
• Patients newly admitted to ICU with sepsis or septic shock;
• Patients were free of exclusion criteria.