Raimondi Pediatric Coma Scale Calculator

Pediatric coma scale by Raimondi for infants and young children (3–11).

For educational and clinical reference. Not a substitute for medical judgment. See the medical disclaimer.
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References

  1. Raimondi AJ, Hirschauer J. Head injury in the infant and toddler. Coma scoring and outcome scale. Childs Brain. 1984;11(1):12-35.

How to use

  1. Assess ocular, motor, and verbal/respiratory responses.
  2. The Raimondi score (3–11) and interpretation update instantly.
  3. Re-assess at intervals — trend matters more than a single point.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Raimondi coma scale?

A 3-item coma scale (range 3–11) designed for pediatric and infant patients where standard GCS components are difficult to apply.

Raimondi vs Pediatric GCS?

Both adapt the Glasgow framework for children. Raimondi is simpler (3 items) while Pediatric GCS preserves the 3 GCS components with age-modified verbal scoring.

When is it most useful?

Pre-verbal infants, those with neurosurgical conditions, or where intubation prevents verbal assessment.

Does Raimondi predict outcome?

Yes — lower scores correlate with worse outcomes in pediatric TBI and post-neurosurgical recovery, though predictive accuracy is modest.

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