BSA (Body Surface Area - Mosteller)
Body surface area calculation using the simplified Mosteller formula.
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BSA is within standard adult range (1.4–2.2 m²). Use for indexing GFR, cardiac output, and drug dosing.
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Formulas and cut-offs are from the original authors of each score; see the references.
Last reviewed: June 2026
References
- Mosteller RD. Simplified calculation of body-surface area. N Engl J Med. 1987;317(17):1098. PMID:3657889