Higher incidence of acute respiratory distress syndrome in cardiac surgical patients with elevated serum procalcitonin concentration: a prospective cohort study

ConclusionCardiac surgical patients with elevated PCT concentration have a higher incidence of ARDS. Elevated PCT may serve as a warning signal of postoperative ARDS in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with CPB.Study registration Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR-OCH-14005076)
Source: European Journal of Medical Research - Category: Research Source Type: research