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====== Glasgow Outcome Scale ======

see also [[Extended Glasgow Outcome Scale]]

The 'Glasgow [[Outcome Scale]]' (GOS) is a [[scale]] so that patients with brain injuries, such as cerebral traumas can be divided into groups that allow standardised descriptions of the objective degree of recovery. 

The first description was in [[1975]] by Jennett and Bond.


Applies to patients with brain damage allowing the objective assessment of their recovery in five categories. This allows a prediction of the long-term course of rehabilitation to return to work and everyday life.

1. [[Death]]	

Severe injury or death without recovery of consciousness

2. [[Persistent vegetative state]]	

Severe damage with prolonged state of unresponsiveness and a lack of higher mental functions

3. Severe [[disability]]	

Severe injury with permanent need for help with daily living

4. Moderate disability	

No need for assistance in everyday life, employment is possible but may require special equipment.

5. Low disability	

Light damage with minor neurological and psychological deficits.
((Jennett, B; Bond, M (1975 Mar 1). "Assessment of outcome after severe brain damage.". Lancet 1 (7905): 480–484. PMID 46957.)).