charlson comorbidity index

What is the Charlson Comorbidity Index?

The Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) is a method used to predict the ten-year mortality for a patient who may have a range of comorbid conditions. Each condition is assigned a score based on the risk of dying associated with this condition. The total score is then used to predict the risk of mortality. This index is particularly useful in oncology for assessing the impact of comorbidities on the prognosis of cancer patients.

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