CURB-65 is a clinical prediction rule used to assess the severity of community-acquired pneumonia and estimate mortality risk.

CURB-65 stands for Confusion, Urea, Respiratory rate, Blood pressure, and age 65 years or older.

A higher score suggests more severe pneumonia and a higher risk of poor outcome. Scores are often grouped as low, intermediate, and high risk.

No. CURB-65 is a supportive decision tool and should always be interpreted alongside the full clinical picture and professional judgment.