Evaluation of pediatric trauma score and pediatric ageadjusted shock index in pediatric patients admitted to the hospital after an earthquake
MISIRLIOĞLU, MERVE | ALAKAYA ,MEHMET | ARSLANKÖYLÜ ,ALİ ERTUĞ | BOZLU, GÜLÇİN | DURAK, FATMA | DELİBAŞ, ALİ | SÜRMELİ, DÖVEN SERRA | TEZOL, ÖZLEM | YEŞİL, EDANUR | KARAHAN, FERYAL | KILLI, İSA | AKÇA, MEHTAP
BACKGROUND: In our earthquake-prone country, it is crucial to gather data from regional hospitals following earthquakes. This information is essential for preparing for future disasters and enhancing healthcare services for those affected by earthquakes. This study aimed to evaluate the Pediatric Trauma Score (PTS) and the Shock Index, Pediatric Age-Adjusted (SIPA), in children affected by earthquakes, to provide clinicians with insights into the severity of trauma and hemodynamic stability. METHODS: The study included patients admitted to our hospital’s pediatric emergency service within the three weeks following the earthquake. We evaluated their age, sex, admission vital signs, mechanical ventilation requirements, development of crush syndrome, length of hospital stay, PTS, and SIPA....