Lactate-to-Albumin Ratio as a Prognostic Biomarker in Sepsis: Current Evidence and Future Direction
Keywords:
Lactate-to-Albumin Ratio, Prognostic Biomarker,SepsisAbstract
Background: Sepsis remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients, despite advancesin antimicrobial therapy, supportive care, and early recognition protocols. Traditional biomarkers such as lactatehave been central to risk stratification
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