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2020 Apr


Neurol Sci


41


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Self-perceptions on cognitive versus motor disability among neurologists.

Authors

Toossi S, Schlick KH, Lahiri S
Neurol Sci. 2020 Apr; 41(4):795-797.
PMID: 31776868.

Abstract

The modified Rankin Scale is a functional outcome measure that disproportionately represents motor deficits. We hypothesize that among physicians who most commonly use the modified Rankin Scale to counsel patients on neurological treatment options, personal perception of acceptable or optimal outcome may be discordant with those described in clinical trials.