Correction: Using Statistical and Machine Learning Methods to Evaluate the Prognostic Accuracy of SIRS and qSOFA.
Healthcare Informatics Research
|August 16, 2018
Summary
This study corrects a previous publication. The correction pertains to information on page 139, volume 24, associated with PMID 29770247.
Area of Science:
- Scientific publishing
- Article correction
- Biomedical literature
Background:
- Ensuring accuracy in scientific records is crucial.
- Published articles may require corrections to maintain data integrity.
- Accurate citation is vital for scientific discourse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To formally correct an error in a previously published article.
- To provide accurate information for future reference.
- To maintain the integrity of the scientific record.
Main Methods:
- Identifying the specific error in the original publication.
- Locating the exact page and volume number of the article.
- Issuing a formal correction notice.
Main Results:
- A specific correction has been made to the article on page 139 of volume 24.
- The correction is associated with PMID 29770247.
- The scientific record has been updated for accuracy.
Conclusions:
- The correction ensures the reliability of the published scientific information.
- Accurate scientific literature is fundamental for research progression.
- This notice serves to rectify the identified discrepancy.
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