BODE Index COPD Survival Predictor Calculator

Predict COPD survival using BODE index: BMI, Obstruction (FEV1%), Dyspnea (mMRC), Exercise capacity (6MWT). Score 0-10.

BMI (kg/m²)

FEV₁ % predicted

mMRC Dyspnea Scale (0–4)

6-Minute Walk Test (meters)

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BODE 0/10 — Quartile 1 — 4-year mortality ~15%

Score breakdown

Quartile 1 | 4-year mortality: ~15%

BODE is the strongest predictor of all-cause and respiratory mortality in COPD, outperforming FEV₁ alone. A score ≥5 indicates markedly elevated risk — consider palliative care discussions and lung transplant evaluation.

Reference: Celli BR, et al. NEJM 2004;350:1005–12. BODE Index validation.

How It Works

Predict COPD survival using BODE index: BMI, Obstruction (FEV1%), Dyspnea (mMRC), Exercise capacity (6MWT). Score 0-10

Each component has a specific meaning:

BODE index: BMI — The bode index: bmi recorded for the scenario being assessed.
Obstruction — The obstruction recorded for the scenario being assessed.
Dyspnea — The dyspnea recorded for the scenario being assessed.
Exercise capacity — The exercise capacity recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the bode index result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the BODE index: BMI, Obstruction, Dyspnea, Exercise capacity for the scenario you are assessing. Predict COPD survival using BODE index: BMI, Obstruction (FEV1%), Dyspnea (mMRC), Exercise capacity (6MWT). Score 0-10. Use the bode index result to inform your calculation.

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