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Menopausal Rating Scale

Meaning

A Menopausal Rating Scale is a standardized, validated clinical instrument used to quantitatively assess the severity and frequency of the diverse symptoms experienced during the menopausal transition and postmenopause. These scales, such as the Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) or the Kupperman Index, transform subjective patient complaints—including vasomotor, psychological, and somatic symptoms—into an objective, numerical score. They are an essential clinical tool for establishing a baseline, guiding therapeutic decisions, and objectively monitoring the efficacy of interventions like hormone replacement therapy.