Haematology

MASCC Score

Risk in febrile neutropenia (higher = lower risk).

Education and reference only. Not a substitute for clinical judgement, local policy or product labelling. Always verify before clinical use. Values are calculated in your browser and never stored.

When to use

Use in febrile neutropenia to identify low-risk patients who may be suitable for oral/outpatient management. Note: a HIGHER score means LOWER risk.

Why use

It safely identifies low-risk febrile neutropenia for de-escalated care.

Advice

A score ≥21 indicates low risk. Always combine with clinical judgement and local neutropenic-sepsis policy; never delay antibiotics.

Evidence & references

Klastersky J et al. The MASCC risk-index score for identifying low-risk febrile neutropenic patients. J Clin Oncol. 2000.

About the creator

Klastersky J et al.

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