How to Calculate MG-ADL

The MG-ADL assesses the impact of myasthenia gravis on daily activities through an 8-item questionnaire.

FORMULA

The total MG-ADL score is calculated by summing the scores from all 8 items on the questionnaire.

Notes:

Each item is graded from 0 to 3 based on the severity of impairment.

Enter the grades for each item and calculate the result.

Note: Ensure all fields are selected.

Using the MG-ADL Calculator

This calculator helps assess the severity of myasthenia gravis based on activities of daily living.

Select the appropriate grade for each of the 8 items. The calculator sums the scores and provides the disease severity interpretation.

Example 1: All items graded 0 except Talking (1), Chewing (1), Swallowing (1).

1. Talking: 1
2. Chewing: 1
3. Swallowing: 1
4. Breathing: 0
5. Brush/Comb: 0
6. Arise from Chair: 0
7. Double Vision: 0
8. Eyelid Droop: 0
9. Score: 3
10. Severity: Mild disease

Example 2: Talking (2), Chewing (3), Swallowing (2), Breathing (1), Brush/Comb (2), Arise from Chair (3), Double Vision (2), Eyelid Droop (3).

1. Talking: 2
2. Chewing: 3
3. Swallowing: 2
4. Breathing: 1
5. Brush/Comb: 2
6. Arise from Chair: 3
7. Double Vision: 2
8. Eyelid Droop: 3
9. Score: 18
10. Severity: Significant functional impairment

Use for monitoring disease severity.

Common FAQ

Below are frequently asked questions about MG-ADL:

• Q: What is MG-ADL?
  A: Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living score to assess impact on daily functions.
• Q: How many items are there?
  A: 8 items, each scored 0-3.
• Q: What does the score represent?
  A: Higher scores indicate greater impairment.
• Q: How accurate?
  A: Validated tool for myasthenia gravis assessment.
• Q: For which patients?
  A: Patients with myasthenia gravis.

Advice on Interpreting Results

Use to inform discussions on disease severity and treatment planning.

Facts & Figures

Interpretation: