The International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury: Classification Accuracy and Challenges.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Successful utilization of the International Standards for Neurological Classification of Spinal Cord Injury (ISNCSCI) requires a comprehensive understanding of its rules, terminology, and several complex concepts. There have been no studies investigating classification accuracy since the newest ISNCSCI revision (2019).

Objectives

To evaluate classification accuracy of SCI professionals using the 2019 ISNCSCI edition, identify common mistakes and areas of confusion, and assess associations between experience in ISNCSCI classification and performance.

Methods

Members of the International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) and attendees of the ISCoS Annual Scientific Meeting 2021 were invited to complete an online survey that included six ISNCSCI cases to classify.

SUBMITTER: Snider BA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9936898 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature