Table 1 Mankin’s scoring criteria
Classification | Scoring |
|---|---|
Structure | Â |
Normal | 0 |
Uneven surface | 1 |
Uneven surface with pannus | 2 |
Cracks to transition layer | 3 |
Cracks to radiation layer | 4 |
Cracks to calcified layer | 5 |
Disrupt completely | 6 |
Cell | Â |
Normal | 0 |
Slight decrease, cellular disorders | 1 |
Moderately decrease, clustered distribution | 2 |
Severe decrease | 3 |
Double staining | Â |
Normal | 0 |
Slight decrease | 1 |
Moderately decrease | 2 |
Severe decrease | 3 |
No staining | 4 |
Tide line integrity | Â |
Intact | 0 |
Crossing with blood vessels | 1 |