Summary:
Bacteremia, a common acute condition identified in approximately 30% of patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs), can swiftly progress to septic shock in the absence of immediate medical intervention, elevating mortality rates to over 40%. The risk of mortality increases by 7% to 9% for every hour the initiation of antibiotic therapy is delayed. Enter the world’s first AI-driven sepsis alert system, offering immediate prediction of bacteremia risk, providing clinicians with timely and accurate assistance to promptly commence treatment.
The China Medical University Hospital (CMUH) in Taichung, Taiwan, has pioneered the Intelligent Early Sepsis Prediction System (ISEPS), the world’s premier AI-powered sepsis alarm. ISEPS can detect sepsis and bacteremia risks in as little as one minute, enabling healthcare professionals to swiftly identify high-risk patients. This facilitates prompt antibiotic administration, significantly improving patient outcomes and preventing sepsis progression. In contrast, a blood culture report is typically unavailable between 18 to 72 hours after sample collection, rendering rapid physician response impossible.
Moreover, unlike conventional blood cultures, ISEPS eliminates the need for blood extraction or additional equipment manipulation, alleviating strain on medical personnel and ensuring timely and efficient care delivery. With its unparalleled speed and accuracy, ISEPS represents a groundbreaking advancement in sepsis management, heralding a new era of proactive healthcare interventions and enhanced patient safety.
Article written by HospiMedica
08/05/2024
Source:
HospiMedica
https://www.hospimedica.es/cuidados-criticos/articles/294801091/primer-sistema-de-alerta-de-sepsis-impulsado-por-ia-del-mundo-detecta-sepsis-en-un-minuto.html