[A scale for estimating multiple organ dysfunction in surgical patients]

A scale is proposed for estimating the severity of multiple organ dysfunction in surgical patients and its changes in the course of treatment. The scale was tried in 37 patients after abdominal operations. Estimations performed by means of the scale ore revealed good correlation with the patient's clinical status. Routine parameters are used in the scale, which facilitates its utilization in any surgical intensive care. The scale helps evaluate the severity of each system damage.