🚶 ECOG Performance Status
Grade functional status in oncology with the ECOG performance status (0–5).
ECOG Performance Status
Performance status
When to use
Assess fitness for treatment and trial eligibility.
How it works
0 fully active … 4 completely disabled, 5 dead. Approximate Karnofsky mapping is provided.
Key points
- Predicts treatment tolerance and prognosis.
- PS ≥ 3 often precludes intensive therapy.
- Complements comprehensive functional assessment.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.