Risk scoring system and predictor for clinically relevant pancreatic fistula after pancreaticoduodenectomy

Table 3 Risk scoring system for clinically relevant postoperative pancreatic fistula

Risk factor	Points contributed
BMI (kg/m2)
< 28	0 point
≥ 28	1 point
Gland texture
Firm	0 point
Soft	1 point
The difference between the blood loss and transfusion in operation
< 800 mL	0 point
≥ 800 mL	1 point
Pancreatic duct diameter
≥ 5 mm	0 point
3-5 mm	1 point
2-3 mm	2 points
< 2 mm	3 points

BMI: Body mass index.