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Table 2 modified International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) score scale

From: Human adipose-derived Mesenchymal stem cells, low-intensity pulsed ultrasound, or their combination for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: study protocol for a first-in-man randomized controlled trial

Modified International Cartilage Repair Society (ICRS) score

Grade 0

Normal cartilage

Grade 1

Focal blistering and intra-cartilaginous low- signal intensity area with an intact surface and bottom

Grade 2

Irregularities on the surface or bottom and loss of thickness of less than 50%

Grade 3

Deep ulceration with loss of thickness of more than 50%

Grade 4

Full-thickness cartilage wear with exposure of subchondral bone