Pediatric Trauma Score

The Pediatric Trauma Score (PTS) is a tool used by medical professionals to assess the severity of injuries in children. It considers various factors, such as age, vital signs, and the nature of the injuries. Each factor is assigned a score, and the total score helps doctors determine how serious a child's injuries are and whether they need immediate, intensive care or can be treated with less urgency. A higher score indicates more severe injuries, guiding treatment decisions and improving outcomes for injured children.