Table 2 Proposed grading [1] adverse events [21] and estimated 30-day mortality [2]
From: Grade III bone cement implantation syndrome in malignant lung cancer patient: a case report
Grades of BCIS | Clinical findings (Donaldson) | Incidences of adverse events | Estimated 30-day mortality |
|---|---|---|---|
Grade I | Moderate hypoxia (SPO2 < 94%) or Hypotension [fall in systolic blood pressure (SBP) > 20%] | ~ 20% | 9.3% |
Grade II | Severe hypoxia (SpO2 < 88%) or Hypotension (fall in SBP > 40%) or Unexpected loss of consciousness. | ~ 3% | 35% |
Grade III | Cardiovascular collapse requiring Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation | ~ 1% | 88% |