Table 2.
Disease activity index (DAI) scoring system.
| Score | Weight loss (%) | Stool consistency | Occult/gross bleeding |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | None | Normal | Normal |
| 1 | 1–5 | Normal | Normal |
| 2 | 5–10 | Loose stool | Hemoccult positive |
| 3 | 10–20 | Loose stool | Hemoccult positive |
| 4 | >20 | Diarrhoea | Gross bleeding |
Scores were tallied for each category and then divided by 3 to obtain the DAI.