Computational notes
With Creatinine and Bilirubin expressed in mg/dL:
Values of Creatinine and Bilirubin less than 1.0 mg/dL are set to 1.0 mg/dL for the purpose of the MELD score calculation.
For subjects having 2 or more dialysis treatments within the prior week, the serum creatinine level is set to 4.0 mg/dL.
The MELD score is calculated as follows:[1]
References
- Kamath PS, Kim WR (2007) The model for end-stage liver disease (MELD). Hepatology 45:797–805.