Modified Rankin Scale

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The modified Rankin Scale (mRS) is a commonly used scale for measuring the degree of disability or dependence in the daily activities of people who have suffered a stroke. It was originally introduced in 1957 by Rankin,[1] and modified by Lindley et al in 1994.[2]

[edit] The scale

The scale runs from 0-6, running from perfect health without symptoms and death.[2]

  • 0 - No symptoms.
  • 1 - No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms.
  • 2 - Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities.
  • 3 - Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted.
  • 4 - Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted.
  • 5 - Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent.
  • 6 - Dead.

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[edit] References

  1. ^ Rankin J (May 1957). "Cerebral vascular accidents in patients over the age of 60. II. Prognosis". Scott Med J 2 (5): 200–15. PMID 13432835. 
  2. ^ a b Lindley RI, Waddell F, Livingstone M, et al (1994). "Can simple questions assess outcomes after stroke?". Cerebrovasc Dis 4: 314–24. doi:10.1159/000108501.