Research Article

The Value of Tranexamic Acid in Reducing Blood Loss following Hip Reconstruction in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Table 1

The gross motor function classification system.

GMFCSDescriptions

Level I Children in this group can perform usual activities such as running and jumping almost as normal. There may be a decreased speed, balance, and coordination.

Level IIThey have the ability to walk indoors and outdoors and climb stairs with a railing. They have difficulty with uneven surfaces, running, or jumping.

Level IIIThey need assistive mobility devices (such as canes, crutched, and walkers). They may be able to climb stairs using a railing.

Level IVThey use wheelchairs most of the time and may propel their own power wheelchair. They can participate in standing transfers.

Level VThere is severe limitation in all areas of motor function. They cannot sit or stand independently, even with adaptive equipment. They depend on others for mobility.