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NEWS2 versus shock status to stratify antibiotic urgency in patients with suspected sepsis: a retrospective, multicentre cohort study.

The Lancet. Respiratory medicine·August 5, 2026·PMID 42556377

Why it matters

Current sepsis guidelines prioritize rapid antibiotics based on shock, but many non-shock patients still face mortality risk from delays. NEWS2+ may identify a broader high-risk group, potentially improving timely treatment and outcomes in emergency and critical care settings.

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