Characteristics of 66 study patients compared with the 84 patients not undergoing oesophageal manometry and 24 hour pH testing
| Study patients (n=66) | Non-studied patients (n=84) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median age in years (range) | 57 (21–80) | 56 (22–85) |
| Sex ratio (male:female) | 42:24 | 48:36 |
| Grade of oesophagitis | ||
| 0 | 39 (59%) | 50 (60%) |
| 1–3 | 9 (14%) | 21 (25%) |
| 4 | 4 (6%) | 3 (4%) |
| 5 | 14 (21%) | 10 (12%) |