Evaluating the Phoenix Pediatric Sepsis Prognosis Prediction Scale

Does the Phoenix Pediatric Sepsis Prognosis Prediction Scale Work

Observational Akdeniz University · NCT06539884

This study is trying to see if a new scoring system for predicting outcomes in children with sepsis works as well as existing methods used in the Pediatric Emergency Department.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment25 (estimated)
Ages1 Month to 18 Years
SexAll
SponsorAkdeniz University Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Konyaaltı, Antalya and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06539884 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the compatibility of the Phoenix Score with established pediatric sepsis scoring systems, including the 2005 SIRS criteria, PRISM III, PELOD II, and pSOFA. It will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of the Phoenix criteria in defining pediatric sepsis and compare the prognostic predictive power of these scoring systems. The study will involve patients admitted to the Pediatric Emergency Department at Akdeniz University who are clinically suspected of having sepsis, without any interventional procedures or blood tests being performed. The research will span one year and focus on understanding the epidemiology and prognosis of pediatric sepsis.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 1 month to 18 years who are clinically suspected of having sepsis.

Not a fit: Patients under 1 month of age, over 18 years, or those without a diagnosis of sepsis will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the accuracy of sepsis diagnosis and prognosis in pediatric patients, leading to improved clinical outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While various pediatric sepsis scoring systems have been utilized, this specific evaluation of the Phoenix Score in conjunction with existing criteria is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria:

* Patients aged between 1 month to 18 years.
* Patients shall be suspected with sepsis clinically.

Exclusion criteria:

* Patients under 1 month of age.
* Patients over 18 years of age.
* Patients have not diagnostics of sepsis

Where this trial is running

Konyaaltı, Antalya and 2 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions SepsisSepsis, SeverePhoenix Score2005 SIRSPRISM IIIPELOD IIpSOFA
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.