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Grade 0
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No changes
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No changes
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Normal
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Grade 1
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Asymptomatic or mild symptoms
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Asymptomatic, only radiological, or tomographic findings
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Radiographic changes, symptoms do not require steroids
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Grade 2
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Moderate symptoms of pneumonitis (severe cough) and radiographic changes (radiographic patches)
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Symptomatic, does not interfere with daily activities
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Steroids required or tap of effusion
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Grade 3
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Severe symptoms of pneumonitis, dense radiographic changes
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Symptomatic, interferes with daily activities, requires supplemental O2
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Oxygen required
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Grade 4
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Symptoms of severe respiratory failure requiring assisted ventilation or continuous O2
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Threatens life, requires mechanical ventilation support
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Requires assisted ventilation
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Grade 5
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Death-related late effects of radiotherapy
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Death related severe pneumonitis
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