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Prognostic score for mortality in case of mediastinitis due to oesophageal perforation
| Points | Sign and symptoms |
|---|---|
| One point for each of the following | Age >75 years Tachycardia Leukocytosis Pleural effusions |
| Two points for each of the following | Fever Noncontained leak on barium esophagram Respiratory compromise Time to diagnosis >24 h |
| Three points for each of the following | Presence of malignancy Hypotension |
