Table 2 Late-sequelae scoring system
From: Late somatic sequelae after treatment of childhood cancer in Slovenia
Score | Description |
|---|---|
0 (none) | No effect that can be related to cancer treatment or an effect so mild that it requires no regular medication or other healthcare intervention and does not interfere with normal life. |
1 (mild) | Mild effects related to cancer treatment that are entirely or almost entirely controlled by medicine and/or other healthcare intervention and do not lead to anything more than a minor alternation in lifestyle. |
2 (moderate) | Moderate adverse effects related to cancer treatment that require continued use of medicine and/or other healthcare intervention. The patient remains able to lead an independent existence although some modifications in activity and in style of leaving are necessary. |
3 (severe) | Severe adverse effects. The patient’s life is considerably affected by the adverse effects related to cancer treatment with a considerable and continued restriction of activities. Inpatient care and major surgery might have been required. |
4 (death) | Death related to the cancer and/or cancer treatment. |