Evaluate the Value of Modified Shock Index in Predicting the Incidence of Cardiovascular Events After Non-cardiac Surgery in Cardiac Patients

Overview

The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the modified shock index (MSI) in predicting the incidence of postoperative cardiovascular events (PCEs) in patients with pre-existing cardiac disease undergoing non-cardiac surgery. A retrospective analysis was performed on the clinical data of patients who underwent gastric, colorectal, and hepatobiliary surgeries at Union Hospital Affiliated to Fujian Medical University between January 2020 and December 2025. Baseline characteristics, intraoperative vital signs, occurrence of postoperative cardiac complications, and total postoperative hospital stay were reviewed and summarized to assess the predictive performance of the MSI for PCEs in this patient population.

This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the modified shock index (MSI) in predicting postoperative cardiovascular events (PCEs) in cardiac patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery. A retrospective analysis was conducted on clinical data from patients who underwent gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary surgeries at Fujian Medical University Union Hospital between January 2020 and December 2025. Baseline characteristics, intraoperative vital signs, occurrence of cardiac complications, and total postoperative hospital stay were analyzed to determine the optimal MSI cutoff values, sensitivity, specificity, and Youden's index for PCE prediction. The study further elucidates pathophysiological mechanisms linking MSI thresholds to organ hypoperfusion, providing an evidence-based tool for individualized perioperative hemodynamic management.

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