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Oxygenation Index

Oxygenation Index for severity stratification of paediatric ARDS (PARDS).

Inputs

FieldUnitNotes
FiO₂ % 21–100
Mean airway pressure cmH₂O 5–30
PaO₂ kPa PaO₂ in kPa

FAQ

What is the Oxygenation Index?

Oxygenation Index for severity stratification of paediatric ARDS (PARDS).

What inputs does the Oxygenation Index need?

FiO₂ (%), Mean airway pressure (cmH₂O), PaO₂ (kPa).

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