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ASA Anesthesia Risk Classification Standard

Grade Standard
I Healthy, well-nourished, normal organ function
II Mild systemic disease, well-compensated
III Severe systemic disease, limited physical activity, but able to perform daily activities
IV Severe systemic disease, unable to perform daily activities, constant threat to life
V Moribund patient not expected to survive 24 hours with or without surgery

Explanation

ASA: American Society of Anesthesiologists.

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