pSOFA
Pediatric Sequential Organ Failure Assessment for evaluating organ dysfunction in PICU
The pediatric Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (pSOFA) score identifies children with suspected sepsis at risk of poor outcomes by quantifying degree of organ dysfunction based on altered mentation, hypotension, and abnormal oxygenation. Derived from the adult SOFA score and modified for pediatric patients, this simplified assessment helps clinicians recognize sepsis earlier and initiate appropriate resuscitation. Apply this calculator in any child with suspected infection and clinical instability to identify sepsis and guide escalation of care intensity.
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References
- Matics TJ, Sanchez-Pinto LN. Adaptation and Validation of a Pediatric Sequential Organ Failure Assessment Score and Evaluation of the Sepsis-3 Definitions in Critically Ill Children. JAMA Pediatr. 2017;171(10):e172352.[DOI]
- Goldstein B, Giroir B, Randolph A, et al. International Pediatric Sepsis Consensus Conference: Definitions for sepsis and organ dysfunction in pediatrics. Pediatr Crit Care Med. 2005;6(1):2-8.[DOI]
- Schlapbach LJ, et al. International Consensus Criteria for Pediatric Sepsis and Septic Shock. JAMA. 2024;331(8):665-674.[DOI]
Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026
Medical disclaimer
This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.