Guideline decision tool · Pediatrics
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Silverman-Andersen Score (Neonatal Distress) — free guideline decision tool

Grade neonatal respiratory distress with the Silverman-Andersen score.

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Computed locally — no data uploaded. For licensed clinicians.
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Guideline-based

Implements the decision logic from published clinical guidelines.

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Runs in your browser

No installation. Enter the patient's values and get a guideline recommendation instantly.

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Data stays local

Nothing is uploaded. Results are for licensed clinicians only.

Common questions

What does Silverman-Andersen Score (Neonatal Distress) do?

Trend work of breathing and response to support in newborns.

How is the result calculated?

Upper chest, lower chest, xiphoid retraction, nares dilatation, expiratory grunt — each 0–2. 0–10 (0 = no distress).

Is this a substitute for clinical judgement?

No. All results are decision-support only, for licensed clinicians. They must be individualized to the whole patient and the latest guideline version.

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Grade neonatal respiratory distress with the Silverman-Andersen score.

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For licensed clinicians. Not a substitute for clinical judgement.

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