EuroSCORE
Pronunciation: YOOR-oh-score
European System for Cardiac Operative Risk Evaluation, a standardized scoring system to predict surgical mortality.
Full Definition
A widely used risk stratification tool developed to predict 30-day mortality following cardiac surgery. The EuroSCORE takes into account patient-related factors (age, sex, chronic conditions), cardiac-related factors (ventricular function, recent myocardial infarction, pulmonary hypertension), and operation-related factors (emergency surgery, type of procedure, thoracic aorta surgery). The system has evolved through multiple versions, with EuroSCORE II being the current standard. Anesthesiologists use this score for preoperative planning, informed consent discussions, and resource allocation decisions.
Usage
Usage note: Always specify whether referring to original EuroSCORE, logistic EuroSCORE, or EuroSCORE II.
In Context
- "The patient's EuroSCORE II was 8.2%, indicating intermediate surgical risk." — Preoperative consultation
- "Given the elevated EuroSCORE, extended ICU monitoring was planned postoperatively." — Anesthetic plan