TABLE 2:

Questionnaire used to assess modified Rankin scale scores

ScoreFunctional OutcomeQuestionnaire Response
0No symptoms“I have no symptoms and I cope well with life.”
1Minor symptoms“I have a few symptoms but these do not interfere with my everyday life.”
2Some restriction in lifestyle“I have symptoms, which have changed my life but I am still able to look after myself.”
3Significant restriction in lifestyle“I have symptoms, which have significantly changed my life and prevent me from coping fully, and I need some help looking after myself.”
4Partly dependent“I have quite severe symptoms, which means I need to have help from other people but I am not so bad as to need attention day and night.”
5Fully dependent“I have major symptoms, which severely handicap me and I need constant attention day and night.”
6DeadNot applicable.