The MASCC risk-index score for identification of neutropenic patients at low risk of infection and complications

Table 10.5-1. The MASCC risk-index score for identification of neutropenic patients at low risk of infection and complications
Characteristic	Score
Burden of illness (select only one): – No or mild symptoms – Moderate symptoms – Severe illness or terminal condition	5 3 0
No hypotension	5
No COPD	4
Solid tumor or hematologic malignancy with no previous fungal infection	4
No dehydration requiring parenteral fluids	3
Outpatient at the onset of fever	3
Age <60 years (not applicable to age ≤16 years)	2
Interpretation: Score ≥21: Low risk
Source: J Clin Oncol. 2000;18(16):3038-51.
COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; MASCC, Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer.