Two large studies have shown genetic lesions, including chromosome 17p, 18q, and 1p deletion, to be prognostic indicators.

Severe hypotension at presentation is a grave prognostic indicator.

There are a number of prognostic indicators that have been studied.

Current studies suggest that the basal metabolic rate serves as a possible prognostic indicator of survival.

The nutritional prognostic indicators most recognized as being predictive of poor outcome include weight loss, wasting, and malnutrition.

While it is clear that specific genetic alterations serve as prognostic indicators, not all correlate with a poor prognosis.

Stenosis severity and extent of coronary artery disease are important prognostic indicators.

Of note, diabetes seems to be poor prognostic indicator for nonoperative treatment and may develop stiffness after surgical release.

This procedure has been demonstrated to be an important prognostic indicator.

The arterial-alveolar oxygen tension ratio is a useful prognostic indicator.