A new risk prediction model for critical care: The Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre (ICNARC) model*
Critical Care MedicinePublished 23 February 2007
David A Harrison, Gareth Parry, James R. Carpenter, Alasdair Short, Kathy Rowan
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The ICNARC model demonstrated better discrimination and overall fit than existing risk prediction models, even following recalibration of these models, and is recommended to replace previously published models for risk adjustment in the UK.
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The ICNARC model demonstrated better discrimination and overall fit than existing risk prediction models, even following recalibration of these models. We recommend it be used to replace previously published models for risk adjustment in the UK.
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