The body-surface area (BSA) is used in the dosing of certain medications, such as chemotherapy and glucocorticoids. It is a complex function of the height and weight. The body-mass index (BMI) is now the accepted measurement of leanness or obesity in an individual. It is important to remember that the BMI is age-, sex- and race-dependent. To calculate the BSA and BMI for an individual, enter the height (in centimeters) and the weight (in kilograms) into the designated fields and then click "Calculate". To clear the fields for another patient, click "Reset". For information on the calculation methods used, click on the appropriate button.Page Last Updated: 11 March 2008
The body-surface area (BSA) is used in the dosing of certain medications, such as chemotherapy and glucocorticoids. It is a complex function of the height and weight.
The body-mass index (BMI) is now the accepted measurement of leanness or obesity in an individual. It is important to remember that the BMI is age-, sex- and race-dependent.
To calculate the BSA and BMI for an individual, enter the height (in centimeters) and the weight (in kilograms) into the designated fields and then click "Calculate". To clear the fields for another patient, click "Reset". For information on the calculation methods used, click on the appropriate button.Page Last Updated: 11 March 2008