Sakitamiwa Classification Instant

For bedside recall, the mnemonic:

The ulcer base becomes a red, thin scar (red scar stage). The ulcer is officially considered healed, even if the tissue is still remodeling. sakitamiwa classification

The ulcer begins to shrink. The white coating becomes thinner, and regenerating epithelium (new skin) starts to extend into the base. Mucosal folds may begin to converge toward the ulcer margin. H2 (Healing-2): For bedside recall, the mnemonic: The ulcer base

Over time, the red scar matures and turns white, indicating the final stage of complete healing. 臨床研究等提出・公開システム Summary Table Clinical Appearance Deep ulcer, thick slough, heavy swelling Defined ulcer edges, reduced swelling Thin slough, regenerative tissue growth Shallow ulcer, nearly healed Red scar (new tissue) White scar (mature tissue) heavy swelling Defined ulcer edges

: Sakita T, et al. "Endoscopic diagnosis of ulcer—Classification of the ulcer stage." Japan Journal of Gastroenterology (1971).