Basic Research
Copyright ©2008 The WJG Press and Baishideng.
World J Gastroenterol. Jul 7, 2008; 14(25): 4028-4039
Published online Jul 7, 2008. doi: 10.3748/wjg.14.4028
Table 1 Criteria for macroscopic grading of the experimental colitis
Macroscopic grading
Feature0123
StoolNormalLoose stoolDiarrheaDiarrhea with blood
HyperemiaNoneFocalFocal and thickening of bowel wallExtensive thickening of bowel wall
AdhesionsNoneMildModerateExtensive
MegacolonNoneMildModerateToxic megacolon
UlcerationsNoneMild ulceration on one side < 1 cmModerate ulceration > 1 cmSevere damage extending > 2 cm