Bleeding Academic Research Consortium (BARC) Scale

Summary:
The BARC Scale is a standardized tool used to categorize and define bleeding events in clinical trials. It spans from Type 1, which includes minor bleeding events that do not require medical intervention, to Type 5, indicating fatal bleeding. This scale helps clinicians assess the severity of bleeding events and determine the necessary level of intervention, providing a consistent endpoint for evaluating bleeding risks in clinical research.

Types of Bleeding (Highlights):

• Type 1: Minimal bleeding, not actionable.
• Type 2: Clinically evident but minor; requires treatment.
• Type 3: Significant bleeding, divided into 3A (moderate, requires transfusion), 3B (major, may need surgery), and 3C (critical, such as intracranial bleeding).
• Type 4: Bleeding related to CABG procedures.
• Type 5: Fatal bleeding confirmed by imaging or autopsy.

Produced by: Dr. Kate Wilcox

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