Phoenix Sepsis Criteria

Reference framework for pediatric sepsis-associated organ dysfunction; it is not an early screening tool.

What is Phoenix Sepsis Criteria?

Phoenix Sepsis Criteria: Reference framework for pediatric sepsis-associated organ dysfunction; it is not an early screening tool. Active calculation. Popula…

Population and scope

Pediatric Sepsis. Children with suspected or confirmed infection

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Clinical use

This PedsCore page brings together clinical information, implementation status and available evidence for Phoenix Sepsis Criteria. It is intended for Children with suspected or confirmed infection. The tool belongs to Intensive care and should be interpreted in the appropriate clinical context.

Interpretation and validation

Local implementation of the 2024 Phoenix criteria. Applies to patients under 18 years, excluding birth hospitalization before discharge and postconceptional age <37 weeks. SpO₂/FiO₂ is used only when SpO₂ ≤97%.

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