Table 1 Clinical characteristics from 6 months prior to baseline to baseline visit
Variable | n=262 (%) |
|---|---|
Gastrointestinal history | |
Dyspeptic symptoms | 141 (54) |
Hiatal hernia | 103 (39) |
Reflux esophagitis | 86 (33) |
Endoscopic findings* | |
Hiatal hernia | 84 (32) |
Reflux esophagitis | 50 (19) |
Barrett’s esophagus | 16 (6) |
Esophageal stricture | 3 (1) |
Duodenal ulcer | 2 (0.8) |
Other abnormal esophageal findings | 28 (11) |