ArticlePediatric reports2026
Modified Tal (M-Tal) Score as a Predictor of Outcomes in Infants with Bronchiolitis: A Prospective Study.
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objectivesBronchiolitis is the leading cause of hospitalization among infants, and early prediction of disease severity and clinical outcomes remains challenging. The Modified Tal (M-Tal) score is a clinical tool used to assess severity; however, its utility in predicting outcomes requires further validation.
methodsThis prospective study was conducted over a 2-year period at a tertiary care teaching hospital. Infants aged 1-12 months diagnosed with moderate-to-severe bronchiolitis were enrolled. Demographic, clinical, management, and outcome data were recorded.
resultsA total of 120 infants were included (mean age 7.7 months; 61.7% males). Moderate bronchiolitis accounted for 81.7% of cases. The mean duration of illness at admission was 4.1 days. Severe bronchiolitis was associated with significantly longer duration of oxygen therapy (
conclusionsThe M-Tal score at admission is a useful predictor of clinical outcomes in infants with moderate-to-severe bronchiolitis. Higher scores are associated with increased need for respiratory support and prolonged hospitalization, supporting its role in early risk stratification and management planning.
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