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Ranson Criteria (1974 non-biliary variant) calculator

Enter the published formula inputs below to calculate and interpret this score.

Clinical inputs

Result

0

Ranson score 0–2

Lower predicted severity; continue supportive care and reassessment.

Formula inputs

  • Age >55 years at admission
  • WBC >16,000/mm³ at admission
  • Glucose >200 mg/dL at admission
  • LDH >350 IU/L at admission
  • AST >250 IU/L at admission
  • Hematocrit fall >10 percentage points within 48 hours
  • BUN rise >5 mg/dL within 48 hours
  • Serum calcium <8.0 mg/dL within 48 hours
  • PaOâ‚‚ <60 mmHg within 48 hours
  • Base deficit >4 mEq/L within 48 hours
  • Fluid sequestration >6 L within 48 hours

Primary source

Ranson JH et al. Prognostic signs and the role of operative management in acute pancreatitis. Surg Gynecol Obstet (1974)

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