The MASCC Risk Index Calculator is a crucial tool for healthcare professionals to stratify cancer patients with febrile neutropenia. It helps determine the likelihood of serious complications, guiding treatment decisions and patient management. Quickly assess if a patient falls into a low-risk or high-risk category for severe outcomes.
Formula:
The MASCC (Multinational Association for Supportive Care in Cancer) Risk Index assigns points based on clinical characteristics. A higher score indicates a lower risk of serious complications from febrile neutropenia.
- Burden of Illness (No or mild symptoms): +5 points
- No Hypotension (Systolic BP ≥ 90 mmHg): +5 points
- No Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): +4 points
- No Dehydration (requiring parenteral fluids): +3 points
- Outpatient Status (at onset of fever): +3 points
- Age < 60 years: +2 points
Total Possible Score: 22 points.
Risk Stratification:
- Low Risk: MASCC Score ≥ 21
- High Risk: MASCC Score < 21