External validation of a multivariable prediction model for identification of pneumonia and other serious bacterial infections in febrile immunocompromised children

Conclusion
Discrimination and calibration were good for bacterial pneumonia but poorer for other SBIs. The rule-out thresholds have the potential to reduce unnecessary investigations and antibiotics in this high-risk group.

Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - December 14, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Martin, A. J., van der Velden, F. J. S., von Both, U., Tsolia, M. N., Zenz, W., Sagmeister, M., Vermont, C., de Vries, G., Kolberg, L., Lim, E., Pokorn, M., Zavadska, D., Martinon-Torres, F., Rivero-Calle, I., Hagedoorn, N. N., Usuf, E., Schlapbach, L., K Tags: Original research Source Type: research