Development and validation of the STeP score for predicting tracheostomy in patients with sepsis using a nationwide ICU database: a retrospective observational study
We developed and validated a robust prediction model and simplified risk score (STeP score) for tracheostomy within 14 days in ICU patients with sepsis. Early risk stratification using variables available within 24 h may support timely tracheostomy planning. A web-based calculator is publicly available to facilitate bedside implementation.
Authors
- Shinichiro Ohshimo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1119-3322)
- Kazuya Kikutani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3159-0333)
- Michihito Kyo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2559-6440)
- Tatsutoshi Shimatani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0148-2924)
- Satoshi Yamaga (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5295-2407)
- Mitsuaki Nishikimi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2342-7245)
- Nobuaki Shime
- Kohei Ota
Institutions
- Hiroshima University (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Intensive Care
- Published
- 2025-11-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s40560-025-00833-8
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 3.04