Table 1.
Diagnostic criteria for the classification of TBI severity
| Diagnostic criteria | Mild | Moderate | Severe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altered level or loss of consciousness | GCS 13–15 and/or any LOC<30 min | GCS 9–12 and/or 30 min≤LOC≤6 h | GCS 3–8 and/or LOC>6 h |
| PTA | Any PTA<24 h | 24 h≤PTA≤7 day | PTA>7 day |
| Neuroradiological findings due to TBI | No findings | Neuroradiological TBI findings | Neuroradiological TBI findings and neurosurgical operation |
| Neuropsychological findngs due to TBI | MoCA>18 | 14≤MoCA≤18 | MoCA<14 |
TBI, traumatic brain injury; GCS, Glasgow Coma Scale; LOC, loss of consciousness; PTA, posttraumatic amnesia; MoCA, Montreal Cognitive Assessment.