Child Pugh Score
Determine severity and estimate mortality in cirrhosis
About
Originally designed to predict mortality during surgery, the Child Pugh score has been shown useful in determining prognosis of patients with chronic liver disease and also response to treatment and necessity for transplant.
References
Angermayr B et al.
Gut 2003; 52(6) : 879-85
Schepke M et al.
Am J Gastro 2003; 98 : 1167-74
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