Outcomes of very high C-reactive protein levels in paediatric practice

Siba Prosad Paul1, Alifa De Aguiar2, Joanna Barnden3

  • 1Consultant Paediatrician, Torbay Hospital, Torquay.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|January 12, 2018
PubMed

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High inflammatory marker levels indicate significant health risks. This study examines the implications of elevated inflammatory markers using local audit data to inform clinical practice.

Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Clinical audit
  • Inflammation markers

Background:

  • Inflammatory markers are crucial indicators of bodily stress and disease.
  • Elevated levels can signify underlying health issues requiring attention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the clinical significance of high inflammatory marker levels.
  • To analyze the implications of these findings through a local audit.

Main Methods:

  • Review of local audit data.
  • Analysis of patient data associated with elevated inflammatory markers.

Main Results:

  • The study identified specific health implications linked to high inflammatory marker levels.
  • Audit data provided insights into the prevalence and impact of these markers.

Conclusions:

  • Findings underscore the importance of monitoring inflammatory markers.
  • Clinical audits are valuable for understanding and managing high inflammatory marker levels.

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