Pediatric length-of-stay index following liver transplantation.

Theodore S ZhangSpencer BarrettRonald CottonNhu Thao Nguyen GalvanChristine O'MahonyJohn Moore VierlingJohn A GossAbbas A Rana

Published in: Pediatric transplantation (2020)

The pediatric LOS index, utilizing 13 donor/recipient factors, can assess the risk for pediatric liver transplantation prolonged stay. Important predictive factors are hemodialysis, ICU admission, recipient weight and bilirubin, and recipient life support status.

Keyphrases

emergency department
intensive care unit
body mass index
chronic kidney disease
physical activity
peritoneal dialysis
weight gain
mechanical ventilation