A Prospective Study to Validation of Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS) in Predicting Complications of Road Traffic Accidents (RTA): At Emergency Medicine Department of Rama Medical college Kanpur
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Modified early Warning Score (MEWS), Negative predictive value (NPV) Positive predictive value (PPV), Road traffic Accident (RTA)Abstract
Background Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The timely identification of complications in RTA victims is critical for improving patient outcomes. The Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS) is an established clinical tool used to identify deteriorating patients by evaluating vital signs and level of consciousness.
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