Table 1 Definition of OTC programme outcome indicators based on National IMAMGuidelines of 2016

Cured

Attained weight for height/length (WH/L) Z score > -2 SD or Normal mid upper arm circumference (MUAC) (> 125 mm) cut off for two consecutive visits

Non response

Not reached target weight or MUAC without aggravating conditions for 3 months on the program

Defaulter

Patients missing two consecutive visits while on the program

Dead

Patient died while on the program

Transfer/Referral to ITC

Static (WH/L) z-score or MUAC or weight loss for two consecutive visits or not responding to treatment