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Patients’ characteristics at baseline according to classification of Grade M and Grade ≥ A.
| Grade M (n = 35) | Grade ≥ A (n = 82) | p-Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean age | 56.2 ± 12.8 | 60.3 ± 10.8 | 0.16 |
| Gender M:F | 21:14 | 54:28 | 0.55 |
| Body mass index | 22.9 ± 4.3 | 24.2 ± 3.1 | 0.06 |
| Hiatal hernia % | 37.1 | 74.0 | <0.01 |
| Smoking % | 18.2 | 36.7 | 0.05 |
| Drinking % | 54.3 | 48.8 | 0.58 |
