[1] The offensive was not launched after detailed strategic planning, but rather as a distraction to shift Central Powers away from the Eastern Front and from Verdun.

[1] Starting on March 11th with a two day artillery bombardment, the fifth battle concentrated on the middle reach of the river between Tolmin and Monte San Michele (Debela griža).

Sabotin was the only real gain they made during the battle: offensives elsewhere, including at Mount Mrzli, Tolmin, and the hamlet of San Martino, were unsuccessful.

[3] Along certain parts of the front, especially around Gorizia, skirmishes continued between enemy platoons until March 30 and beyond, in a protracted struggle that produced no clear winner.

Cadorna concluded that he would need more heavy artillery, and planned a sixth offensive after resupply promises from Italy's allies.