Youngsters from ethnic minority backgrounds also had longer stays in PICU – 66 hours on average – while white children averaged at 52 hours.

Elsewhere, the study found both deprived children and those of Asian ethnicity were more likely to be severely unwell when admitted to PICU compared to wealthier and white children. Youngsters from ...

Youngsters from ethnic minority backgrounds also had longer stays in PICU – 66 hours on average – while white children averaged 52 hours.

Children from ethnic minority backgrounds and those in more impoverished areas have a higher likelihood of dying in intensive care.