TABLE 1

Child–Pugh Classification

Parameter1 point2 points3 points
Bilirubin (mg/dL)<22–3>3
Albumin (g/dL)>3.52.8–3.5<2.8
AscitesNoSlightModerate
EncephalopathyNoGrade I–IIGrade III–IV
Protrombin time (%)>6040–60<40
INR<1.71.7–2.3>2.3
  • Five to 6 points is scored as Child–Pugh A cirrhosis, 7–9 points is scored as Child–Pugh B cirrhosis, and 10–15 points is scored as Child–Pugh C cirrhosis.

  • INR = International Normalized Ratio.