Simplified PESI
Simplified PESI: calculated with the published clinical method, with result interpretation. A reference tool that does not replace a doctor's advice.
ℹ Reference calculation based on the published method. It does not replace a clinical examination or a doctor's decision.
Simplified PESI
Ageyears
Cancer (1 = yes)
Chronic heart failure or chronic lung disease (1 = yes)
Heart ratebpm
Systolic BPmmHg
SaO₂%
sPESI score, points
2
Mortality risk
High
30-day mortality
10.9%
More about: Simplified PESI
What it calculates
The “Simplified PESI” calculator computes sPESI score, points from 6 parameters: age (years), cancer (1 = yes), chronic heart failure or lung disease (1 = yes), heart rate (bpm), systolic bp (mmHg), sao₂ (%).
Used by professionals and patients to assess health metrics, dosages, and risks.
Example calculation
With parameters Age = 85 years, Cancer (1 = yes) = 0, Chronic heart failure or lung disease (1 = yes) = 0, Heart rate = 115 bpm, Systolic BP = 120 mmHg, SaO₂ = 95 % the result is 2.
How to use
- Enter age, cancer (1 = yes), chronic heart failure or lung disease (1 = yes), heart rate, systolic bp and sao₂ — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
- sPESI score, points is calculated automatically as you type.
- Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
- Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.
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FAQ
How is BMI calculated?
BMI = weight (kg) / height (m)². Example: 70 kg / (1.75 m)² = 22.9. The WHO normal range is 18.5–24.9; below that is underweight, 25–29.9 is overweight, and 30+ is obese.
Is BMI accurate for everyone?
No. BMI does not distinguish muscle from fat, so athletes may show a high BMI with low body fat. It is also less reliable for teenagers, pregnant people, older adults, and very tall or short individuals.
What are the BMI categories?
Underweight: below 18.5. Normal: 18.5–24.9. Overweight: 25–29.9. Obese class I: 30–34.9; class II: 35–39.9; class III: 40+.
What is a better measure than BMI?
Body fat percentage, waist-to-height ratio (aim for under 0.5), and waist circumference give a clearer picture of health than BMI alone.
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