Validation of predicting hyperglycemic crisis death score: A risk stratification tool for appropriate disposition of hyperglycemic crisis patients from the emergency department

Conclusion: In adult patients with hyperglycemic crisis, PHD score is validated as a straightforward, prompt tool for predicting 30-day mortality and aids in disposition. The mortality rate in the PHD score Model II was similar to the physician's clinical decision.

Source: Journal of Emergencies, Trauma and Shock - May 29, 2018 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Akilan Elangovan Srihari Cattamanchi Abdul Razack Farook Ramakrishnan Venkatakrishnan Trichur Source Type: research