Red Cell Distribution Width as a Prognostic Marker in Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock in a Tertiary Care Centre: A Cross-Sectional Study

Authors

  • Dr. Chethan N ,Dr Manoj B Y ,Dr.Madhusudan C Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48047/

Keywords:

Sepsis, RDW, Red Cell Distribution Width, Mortality, SOFA, APACHE II, Prognostic Biomarker, ICU, Inflammation, Risk Stratification

Abstract

Background: Sepsis is a major cause of ICU mortality. Prognostic scores like SOFA and APACHE II are complex and resource-intensive. Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW), a routinely measured and cost-effective hematologic parameter, may serve as a viable prognostic marker. 

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Published

2025-07-14

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 7 (2025): Volume 16 Issue 7 (2025)

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