September 10, 2025Saudi Journal of MedicineOpen Access

Measurement of Serum Procalcitonin as an Early Predictor of Post-operative Complications after Elective Liver Resection

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Observational study evaluates serum procalcitonin's role in predicting complications after liver resection, suggesting it as a reliable indicator.

Serum procalcitonin on postoperative day 1 predicts complications, emphasizing its clinical importance.
Mean serum procalcitonin levels were significantly higher in those with complications on POD 1, 3, and 7.
ROC analysis identified a PCT cutoff of 1.100 µg/L with 86.4% sensitivity and 70.0% specificity.
The findings support using serum PCT as an early predictor—potentially improving management strategies.

Elahi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Observational study evaluates serum procalcitonin's role in predicting complications after liver resection, suggesting it as a reliable indicator.