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Modified Glasgow Coma Scale (MGCS)CanineFeline
Modified Glasgow Coma Scale (MGCS) for dogs and cats. Assesses neurological status using three categories — motor activity, brainstem reflexes, and level of consciousness — each scored 1 to 6 for a total score of 3 to 18. Score of 8 or below indicates grave prognosis with approximately 50% mortality. Used for head trauma triage, traumatic brain injury assessment, monitoring neurological patients, prognosis after head injury, and altered consciousness evaluation. Common query: 'glasgow coma scale for a dog' or 'neurological assessment after head trauma'.