Research Article

Prognosis and Influencing Factors of Early Microsurgery for Severe Hypertensive Brainstem Hemorrhage

Table 1

The modified Rankin scale (mRS).

LevelDetails of the modified Rankin scale

0No symptoms.
1No significant disability. Able to carry out all usual activities, despite some symptoms.
2Slight disability. Able to look after own affairs without assistance, but unable to carry out all previous activities.
3Moderate disability. Requires some help, but able to walk unassisted.
4Moderately severe disability. Unable to attend to own bodily needs without assistance, and unable to walk unassisted.
5Severe disability. Requires constant nursing care and attention, bedridden, incontinent.
6Dead.