❤️ Killip Classification (Acute MI)
Stratify acute MI by heart-failure findings with the Killip classification.
Killip Classification (Acute MI)
Killip class
When to use
Early prognosis in acute myocardial infarction.
How it works
Class I (no failure) to IV (cardiogenic shock); mortality rises steeply with class.
Key points
- Class IV (shock) carries very high mortality.
- Bedside assessment, no labs needed.
- Signals need for intensive management.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.