Role of radiography in predicting progression of osteoarthritis of the hip: prospective cohort study
BMJ 2005; 330 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.38442.457488.8F (Published 19 May 2005) Cite this as: BMJ 2005;330:1183
Data supplement
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Appendix: Kellgren & Lawrence score
grade
description
0
No osteoarthritis
1
Doubtful
Possible narrowing of joint space medially and possible osteophytes around femoral head; or osteophytes alone
2
Mild
Definite narrowing of joint space inferiorly, definite osteophytes and slight sclerosis
3
Moderate
Marked narrowing of joint space, definite osteophytes, some sclerosis and cyst formation and deformity of femoral head and acetabulum
4
Severe
Gross loss of joint space with sclerosis and cysts, marked deformity of femoral head and acetabulum and large osteophytes
Hips classified as grade 2 or higher were defined as having osteoarthritis
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