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The Koos classification system for vestibular schwannoma demonstrates high reliability among raters for stratifying tumors. This study confirms its consistency in grading vestibular schwannomas, supporting its clinical use.

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  • Neurosurgery
  • Radiology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • The Koos classification stratifies vestibular schwannomas by tumor extension and brainstem compression.
  • Despite widespread use, the reliability of the Koos classification has not been previously assessed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the intra- and inter-rater reliability of the Koos classification system for vestibular schwannomas.

Main Methods:

  • 40 MRI scans of vestibular schwannomas were reviewed by 4 raters.
  • Koos grades were assigned, and reliability was calculated using Fleiss' kappa, Kendall's W, and ICC.

Main Results:

  • Inter-rater reliability was substantial to excellent (kappa .71, W .92, ICC .88).
  • Intra-rater reliability was perfect or extremely high for all 4 raters.

Conclusions:

  • The Koos classification system for vestibular schwannoma is a reliable method for tumor stratification.
  • This study supports the consistent application of the Koos grading system in clinical practice and research.