ECOG performance status
Functional status used for cancer treatment decisions and trial eligibility.
Inputs
0 of 1Function
When to use
- Before and during systemic cancer therapy.
Pearls and pitfalls
- ECOG 0–1 is typical for trial eligibility; 3–4 usually precludes chemotherapy.
Why use
The standard oncology functional measure.
| Criterion | Points |
|---|---|
| Function: Fully active | 0 |
| Restricted in strenuous activity; ambulatory, light work | +1 |
| Ambulatory, self-care, unable to work; up more than 50% of waking hours | +2 |
| Limited self-care; in bed or chair more than 50% of waking hours | +3 |
| Completely disabled; confined to bed or chair | +4 |
| Dead | +5 |