Injury Severity Scale

The Injury Severity Scale (ISS) is a medical scoring system used to assess the severity of injuries in trauma patients. It categorizes injuries based on their impact on different body regions, assigning a score that helps predict outcomes and guide treatment. The ISS scores range from 0 to 75, with higher scores indicating more severe injuries. By focusing on the most serious injuries, the ISS helps doctors prioritize care and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment. Understanding a patient's injury severity is crucial in emergency medicine and trauma care for improving patient management and resource allocation.