Research Article

Performance Status Is a Predictive Factor of Improvement after Colonic Stenting in Patients with Malignant Stenosis due to Extraparenteral Malignant Tumors

Table 1

The colorectal obstruction scoring system.

Level of oral intakeScore

Requiring continuous decompressive procedure0
No oral intake1
Liquid or enteral nutrient2
Soft solids, low residue, and full diet with symptoms of stricture3
Soft solids, low residue, and full diet without symptoms of stricture4