|
Table 35.7. Karnofsky performance status. |
|
100% |
Normal, no complaints, no evidence of disease |
|
90% |
Able to carry on normal activity; minor signs or symptoms of disease |
|
80% |
Normal activity with effort; some signs or symptoms of disease |
|
70% |
Cares for self, unable to carry on normal activity or do active work |
|
60% |
Requires occasional assistance, but is able to care for most personal needs |
|
50% |
Requires considerable assistance and frequent medical care |
|
40% |
Disabled; requires special care and assistance |
|
30% |
Severly disabled; hospitalization is indicated, although death not imminent |
|
20% |
Very sick; hospitalization necessary; active support treatment is necessary |
|
10% |
Moribund; fatal processes progressing rapidly |
|
0% |
Dead |
