Sepsis-3 Criteria Application Calculator

Apply 2016 Sepsis-3 definitions: sepsis (life-threatening organ dysfunction from infection = SOFA >=2 increase), and septic shock (vasopressor need + lactate >2 mmol/L despite adequate fluids).

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Apply 2016 Sepsis-3 definitions: sepsis (life-threatening organ dysfunction from infection = SOFA >=2 increase), and septic shock (vasopressor need + lactate >2 mmol/L despite adequate fluids)

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Infection = SOFA >=2 increase) — The infection = sofa >=2 increase) recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Septic shock — The septic shock recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the sepsis-3 criteria result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the infection = SOFA >=2 increase), septic shock for the scenario you are assessing. Apply 2016 Sepsis-3 definitions: sepsis (life-threatening organ dysfunction from infection = SOFA >=2 increase), and septic shock (vasopressor need + lactate >2 mmol/L despite adequate fluids). Use the sepsis-3 criteria result to inform your calculation.

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