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The AIMS65 score is best predictor of mortality in patients with variceal bleeding. The score is calculated as follows: | |||
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|Albumin | |||
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|INR | |||
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|Systolic blood pressure | |||
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|Altered mental status | |||
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|Age > 65 years | |||
|1 | |||
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=== Interpretation of AIMS65 score === | |||
Score 0 = No risk | |||
Score 1-2 = Moderate risk | |||
Score > 2 = High risk | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
Natural History
Complications
Prognosis
The AIMS65 score is best predictor of mortality in patients with variceal bleeding. The score is calculated as follows:
| Variable | Score |
|---|---|
| Albumin | 1 |
| INR | 1 |
| Systolic blood pressure | 1 |
| Altered mental status | 1 |
| Age > 65 years | 1 |
Interpretation of AIMS65 score
Score 0 = No risk
Score 1-2 = Moderate risk
Score > 2 = High risk