Authors: Akkurt ES, Duvenci Birben O, Akbulut MH, Ozturk BN, Ozad A, Dal MS, Yenibertiz D.
DOI: 10.3390/jcm14207337
Abstract Summary
Researchers developed the Hema-PE Score, a new risk assessment tool that outperforms existing models in predicting pulmonary embolism in blood cancer patients. The score uses readily available markers including the D-dimer/albumin ratio and achieved 100% sensitivity at a threshold of โฅ3 points. This practical tool could improve early detection and guide prevention strategies in this high-risk population.
Why Brain? ๐ง
New Hema-PE Score using D-dimer/albumin ratio predicts pulmonary embolism in blood cancer patients with 100% sensitivity, outperforming existing models and enabling better risk assessment.
Study Limitations:
Retrospective design
Small sample size with 177 patients total
Single-center study implied by call for prospective multicenter validation
License: cc by.
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