Table 1 Karnofsky performance status scale
Score | Criteria |
|---|---|
100 | Normal, no complaints, no evidence of disease |
90 | Able to carry on normal activity, minor signs and symptoms |
80 | Normal activities with effort, some signs or symptoms |
70 | Care for self, unable to carry on normal activity or do active work |
60 | Requires occasional assistance, cares for most needs |
50 | Requires considerable assistance and frequent care |
40 | Disabled, requires special care and assistance |
30 | Severely disabled, hospitalized, death not imminent |
20 | Very sick, hospitalized, active supportive care needed |
10 | Moribund, fatal processes are progressing rapidly |
0 | Dead |