Sakitamiwa Classification Access
At this point, the ulcer is considered "endoscopically cured" because the mucosal defect has vanished.
In modern research, doctors often assign numerical scores to these stages to quantitatively measure improvement. For example, a study on ischemic colitis or Behçet’s disease might use the following scale: Clinical Meaning Numerical Score (Example) Highly Active / Deep A2 Active / Slightly Improved H1 Early Healing H2 Advanced Healing S1 Red Scar (Healed) S2 White Scar (Mature) Why is this Classification Important? sakitamiwa classification
The ulcer base is completely covered by new epithelium, but the area remains red and vascularized. This is a "fresh" scar. At this point, the ulcer is considered "endoscopically
The system tracks an ulcer from its most aggressive, open state to its final resolution as a healed scar. The ulcer base is completely covered by new
This classification is a critical tool in clinical trials to evaluate the efficacy of acid-suppressing drugs like Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) and Potassium-Competitive Acid Blockers (P-CABs) .