Gastroparesis: Current diagnostic challenges and management considerations

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World Journal of Gastroenterology

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World J Gastroenterol. Jan 7, 2009; 15(1): 25-37
Published online Jan 7, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.25

Table 2 Proposed classification of gastroparesis severity

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Grade 1: Mild gastroparesis	Symptoms relatively easily controlled
Grade 1: Mild gastroparesis	Able to maintain weight and nutrition on a regular diet or minor dietary modifications
Grade 2: Compensated gastroparesis	Moderate symptoms with partial control with pharmacological agents
	Able to maintain nutrition with dietary and lifestyle adjustments
	Rare hospital admissions
Grade 3: Severe gastroparesis	Refractory symptoms despite medical therapy
	Inability to maintain nutrition via oral route
	Frequent emergency room visits or hospitalizations

Citation: Waseem S, Moshiree B, Draganov PV. Gastroparesis: Current diagnostic challenges and management considerations. World J Gastroenterol 2009; 15(1): 25-37
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v15/i1/25.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.15.25