作者: Andrea McNab , Bracken Burns , Indermeet Bhullar , David Chesire , Andrew Kerwin
DOI: 10.1016/J.SURG.2013.05.007
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摘要: Background Shock index as the ratio of heart rate to systolic blood pressure is a simple triage tool that correlates well with various outcomes in trauma patients. Concern has been raised regarding accuracy shock older We sought investigate effects age on of shock index. Methods This retrospective review data from level I center. was calculated for 16,269 patients, and they were stratified into groups by decade. The correlation between prehospital each several outcome variables evaluated by Pearson coefficients. Logistic regression used evaluate an increase during transit its relationship mortality. Results All values patients 16 60 years positive ( P Conclusion As expected, alone diminishing than should be interpreted cautiously personnel. younger 60, can valuable when determining need transport center, preparation resources, or activation team.