Can the SII score tell if a child will get severe pneumonia?
Research shows the Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII) can help predict severe pneumonia in children, with higher scores indicating greater risk.
Read the full answer →Which blood inflammation numbers predict death in severe pneumonia patients?
Several blood inflammation numbers, specifically the Systemic Inflammatory Response Index (SIRI) and the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), are linked to higher death rates in severe pneumonia patients.
Read the full answer →Can gut bacteria changes predict sepsis in kids with severe pneumonia?
Changes in gut bacteria can predict sepsis in young children with severe pneumonia, showing distinct microbial patterns that differ between those who develop sepsis and those who do not.
Read the full answer →What pneumonia biomarkers are common in Kenyan children?
In Kenyan children with pneumonia, common biomarkers include procalcitonin (PCT), lipocalin 2 (Lpc-2), haptoglobin, angiotensinogen, and Serpin Family A Member 1.
Read the full answer →Can exhaled breath tests like AveloMask replace lung swabs for pneumonia?
AveloMask shows promise for detecting pneumonia pathogens but cannot yet replace lung swabs due to lower sensitivity for low-abundance bugs.
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