Which score can be used to assess prognosis in SJS / TEN?

The SCORTEN is a validated scoring system to predict mortality
This should be scored within 24 hours of admission.
- Age >40
- Malignancy
- Initial area greater >10%
- Heart rate >120
- Serum urea >10
- Serum glucose >14
- Serum bicarbonate <20

Score

Predicted Mortality (%)

0-1

3.2

2

12.1

3

35.3

4

58.3

5 or more

90