Table II.
National Cancer Institute common toxicity criteria (NCI-CTC).
Scale | NCI-CTC grading for neuropathy |
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Grade 1 | Asymptomatic, loss of deep tendon, reflexes, or paresthesia (including tingling), but not interfering with function |
Grade 2 | Sensory alteration or paresthesia (including tingling) interfering with function, but not ADL |
Grade 3 | Sensory alteration or paresthesia interfering with ADL |
Grade 4 | Disabling |
NCI-CTC, National Cancer Institute’s Common Toxicity Criteria. ADL, activities of daily living.