Hepatology

MELD-Na Score Calculator

Liver disease severity for transplant prioritization

Calculate MELD-Na

Creatinine (mg/dL)

Bilirubin (mg/dL)

INR

Sodium (mEq/L)

On Dialysis

Clinical use

Use this calculator for liver disease severity for transplant prioritization in thehepatology workflow. It is decision support and should be interpreted with the patient context, local protocols, and clinician judgment.

Interpretation

Used for transplant listing priority. Score ≥15: refer for transplant assessment. Score ≥20: significant 3-month mortality. Cap creatinine at 4.0 if on dialysis ≥2×/week.

Required inputs

Creatinine
Bilirubin
INR
Sodium
On Dialysis

Evidence and limitations

This page cites 2 published references. Confirm units and inclusion criteria before applying the output; calculators do not replace assessment, escalation, or local policy.

References

UNOS MELD-Na 2016
Kim WR et al. Hepatology 2008;48:185-193

Frequently asked questions

What is the MELD-Na Score?

MELD-Na Score is a clinical calculator used for Liver disease severity for transplant prioritization.

How do I interpret the MELD-Na Score?

Used for transplant listing priority. Score ≥15: refer for transplant assessment. Score ≥20: significant 3-month mortality. Cap creatinine at 4.0 if on dialysis ≥2×/week.