Alexandria Engineering Journal (Jan 2025)
Early detection of sepsis using machine learning algorithms
Abstract
In the intensive care unit (ICU), bedside surveillance data can appropriately predict the onset of sepsis, probably saving lives and lowering costs by permitting early intervention. Sepsis triggers a complicated immune reaction to pathogenic microbes, which frequently leads to septic shock and organ failure. Early detection is essential, but the excessive-pressure environment of emergency rooms can stress clinical personnel. Suggest a machine learning-based support vector machine (ML-SVM) technique to address this. The goal is to offer a reliable prediction of sepsis onset by studying ICU monitoring records to uncover subtle developments and early warning signs. This technology-driven approach complements their clinical judgment by aiding healthcare experts in making timely, knowledgeable selections. The ML-SVM machine automates the prediction of sepsis onset with a sensitivity of 91 % and a specificity of 93 %, supplying an accuracy of 95.2 %. This excessive- Overall Performance version offers improvements over present-day techniques, assisting scientific employees in making informed choices faster and decreasing the chance of sepsis-related problems. By improving early detection and optimizing resource allocation, the ML-SVM technique can significantly reduce affected person effects, keep lives, lessen healthcare prices, and alleviate the workload on healthcare experts in crucial care settings.