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Glasgow Outcome Scale

Scale for measurement of outcome after brain injury.

1Dead
2Vegetative state
3Severe disability

Able to follow commands/unable to live independently

4Moderate disability

Able to live independently, unable to return to work or school

5Good recovery

Able to return to work or school

Reference

Jennett B, Bond M. “Assessment of outcome after severe brain damage.” Lancet 1975 Mar 1;1(7905):480-4.

 

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