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Data from: The impact of serum potassium ion variability on 28-day mortality in ICU patients

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Aug 20, 2024 version files 277.77 KB

Abstract

Objective: Potassium ion disorders are prevalent among patients in Intensive Care Units (ICUs), yet there is a notable deficiency in established protocols and supplemental plans for potassium management. This retrospective study conducted at a single center aims to explore the relationship between potassium levels, their variability, and the 28-day mortality rate in ICU patients.

Methods: This study analyzed patients admitted to the ICU within one year. We assessed serum potassium variability using the coefficient of variation and categorized it into four quartile groups (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4). Additionally, patients were classified into six groups based on serum potassium concentrations. The associations between these categories and the 28-day mortality rate were evaluated using binary logistic regression, adjusting for potential confounders.