The scoring for KPS is divided into intervals of 10, starting from 100 (normal, no complaints or evidence of disease) to 0 (dead). Here is a brief breakdown of the scores:
100: Normal; no complaints; no evidence of disease. 90: Able to carry on normal activity; minor signs or symptoms of disease. 80: Normal activity with effort; some signs or symptoms of disease. 70: Cares for self; unable to carry on normal activity or do active work. 60: Requires occasional assistance but is able to care for most personal needs. 50: Requires considerable assistance and frequent medical care. 40: Disabled; requires special care and assistance. 30: Severely disabled; hospitalization is indicated, although death not imminent. 20: Very sick; hospitalization necessary; active supportive treatment necessary. 10: Moribund; fatal processes progressing rapidly. 0: Dead.
