Glasgow Outcome Scale
Updated: Jan 13, 2023
Author: Buck Christensen; Chief Editor: Buck Christensen
The Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS) categorizes the outcomes of patients after traumatic brain injury, as follows:[1, 2, 3, 4]
Death
Persistent vegetative state: Minimal responsiveness
Severe disability: Conscious but disabled; dependent on others for daily support
Moderate disability: Disabled but independent; can work in sheltered setting
Good recovery: Resumption of normal life despite minor deficits