Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the calculator independent from the article’s study group?

Yes. This calculator (software) was conceived and developed as an independent project, with no operational affiliation to the study group. For attribution, use the software DOI for the calculator and the article DOI for the publication.

Software (calculator) DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17555335 • Article (publication) DOI: 10.1001/jama.2025.20516

How should I cite the calculator and the article?

Use the software DOI 10.5281/zenodo.17555335 for the calculator, and the article DOI 10.1001/jama.2025.20516 for the publication.

What is SOFA‑2?

SOFA‑2 is a clinical scoring approach for sequential organ failure assessment, aiding risk stratification in intensive care and sepsis.