The red scar fades into a white, fully matured scar, showing long-term healing. Why is this Classification Important?
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The regenerative epithelium nearly covers the mucosal break. The ulcer is significantly smaller, and the coating is minimal. 3. Scarring Stage (S) This stage indicates complete or near-complete healing. sakitamiwa classification
The redness fades, and the area becomes white and flat, blending with the surrounding mucosa (White Scar) .
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The ulcer has a white, deep base with sharp, surrounding inflammation.
To accurately track healing velocity over time or evaluate the power of new acid-suppressing therapeutics, scientists translate the qualitative visual stages of the Sakita-Miwa system into a standardized quantitative index. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional
Provide a universal language for endoscopists to describe ulcer activity.
This is the final stage where the ulcer has effectively closed.
The Sakita-Miwa classification, proposed in 1971 by Sakita and Miwa, is a widely used endoscopic staging system for peptic ulcers, particularly popular in East Asia. It classifies ulcers into three main stages—active (A), healing (H), and scarring (S)—based on their endoscopic appearance, allowing clinicians to evaluate ulcer activity and healing progress.