The delta neutrophil index is a prognostic factor for postoperative mortality in patients with sepsis caused by peritonitis.

Jong Wan KimJun Ho ParkDoo Jin KimWon Hyuk ChoiJin Cheol CheongJeong Yeon Kim

Published in: PloS one (2017)

Our results indicate that DNI is better than other laboratory variables for predicting postoperative mortality in patients with sepsis caused by peritonitis. DNI > 7.8% on day 3 was a reliable predictor of postoperative mortality.

Keyphrases

patients undergoing
prognostic factors
cardiovascular events
intensive care unit
acute kidney injury
risk factors
septic shock
coronary artery disease