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Accuracy and Disparities in Pediatric Emergency Triage: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study.

Hospital pediatrics·September 17, 2026·PMID 42749291

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Pediatric emergency triage using ESI is frequently inaccurate, with significant disparities by age, language, and race/ethnicity. This affects resource allocation, patient safety, and equity in emergency care.

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