Table 1 Clinical scoring systems in Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
Clinical scoring system | First published | Range | Examines | Scored by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MRC Muscle Sum Score | Kleyweg et al., 1991 [4] | 0–60 | Strength (0–5) in six muscles (both sides):  - Deltoid  - Biceps  - Wrist extensors  - Iliopsoas  - Quadriceps  - Tibialis anterior | Examiner |
INCAT Overall Disability Sum score | Merkies et al., 2002 [5] | 0–12 | Upper and lower limb functional questionnaire | Patient |
Adjusted INCAT | Identical to INCAT disability score but changes in upper limb function from 0 (normal) to 1 (minor symptoms) excluded. | |||
INCAT sensory subscore | Merkies et al., 2000 [8] | 0–20 | Sensory modalities in upper and lower limb areas and 2-point discrimination at index finger | Examiner |
Overall Neuropathy Limitations Scale | Graham et al., 2006 [7] | 0–12 | Modified ODSS which also includes question regarding running or climbing stairs | Patient |
Rasch-built Overall Disability Scale | Van Nes et al., 2011 [6] | 0–24 | Upper and lower limb functional questionnaire; score of 0–2 in 12 activities eg. washing, climbing stairs | Patient |