Table 2.
Comparison of QOL measures for baseline and 1-year post-LINX implantations
| Measurement | Mean (SD) | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baseline | 1 year | ||
| GERD-HRQL scoring | |||
| Heartburn score | 15.1 (8.6) | 2.8 (4.6) | < 0.001 |
| Base score | 21.3 (11.5) | 6.0 (6.3) | < 0.001 |
| Regurgitation score | 13.8 (9.1) | 2.2 (4.2) | < 0.001 |
| Total score | 35.1 (19.2) | 8.2 (9.6) | < 0.001 |
| Satisfaction | 0.6% | 90.7% | < 0.001 |
| Clinical improvement | 133 (80.1%) | N/A | |
| PPI use | 86.7% | 8.2% | < 0.001 |
| RSI scoring | |||
| Difficulty swallowing score | 1.7 (1.6) | 1.0 (1.2) | < 0.001 |
| Difficulty swallowing score ≥ 3 | 35.0% | 11.7% | < 0.001 |
| Total score | 23.5 (10.6) | 8.4 (7.5) | < 0.001 |
| Total score ≥ 13 | 81.0% | 25.2% | < 0.001 |