Prognostic value of the lymphocyte-to-C-reactive protein ratio for mortality in geriatric patients with severe dysphagia requiring artificial nutrition: a retrospective secondary analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Prognostic value of the lymphocyte-to-C-reactive protein ratio for mortality in geriatric patients with severe dysphagia requiring artificial nutrition: a retrospective secondary analysis
Clinical Scorecard: Evaluating the Prognostic Significance of the Lymphocyte-to-C-Reactive Protein Ratio for Mortality in Elderly Patients with Severe Dysphagia Dependent on Artificial Nutrition: A Retrospective Secondary Analysis
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Severe Dysphagia in Elderly Patients
Key Mechanisms
Lymphocyte-to-C-Reactive Protein Ratio (LCR) as a prognostic biomarker reflecting immune-nutritional status and systemic inflammation
Target Population
Elderly patients with severe dysphagia requiring artificial nutrition
Care Setting
Single-center study
Key Highlights
Higher log2(LCR) levels associated with lower mortality (adjusted HR: 0.89)
Patients in the highest log2(LCR) tertile had a 55% lower risk of death
Median survival times increased across LCR tertiles
LCR shows an inverse association with mortality in this population
Early LCR assessment may help identify high-risk patients
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Assess LCR as a potential prognostic indicator in elderly patients with severe dysphagia
Management
Consider early interventions for patients identified as high-risk based on LCR
Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly evaluate LCR levels to monitor patient prognosis
Risks
Increased mortality risk associated with lower LCR levels
Patient & Prescribing Data
248 elderly patients with severe dysphagia requiring artificial nutrition
LCR may guide individualized management strategies
Clinical Best Practices
Utilize LCR as a simple prognostic tool for risk stratification
Integrate LCR assessment into routine evaluations for elderly patients with dysphagia
