Predictors of mortality and length of stay in hospitalized cases of 2009 influenza A (H1N1): Experiences of a tertiary care center

Conclusion: Increased duration of dyspnoea prior to admission, pneumonia, low PaO 2 /FiO 2 ratio at admission and 24 hours later, higher PaCO 2 values on admission, higher O 2 requirement, number of organ failures and use of corticosteroids and delay in specialized treatment were associated with a poorer outcome.

Source: Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine - October 24, 2013 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Rajesh ChawlaSudha KansalMunish ChauhanAshish JainBipin Narayanrao Jibhkate Source Type: research