Table 2.
Comparison of mast cell and eosinophil density by endoscopic appearance in patients with inactive EoE
| Cell/hpf (mean ± SD) | Normal (N = 47) | Abnormal (N = 46) | Pa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mast cell | 13.3 ± 10 | 20 ± 11.5 | 0.001 |
| Degranulated mast cell | 5 ± 3.8 | 8.4 ± 6.2 | 0.002 |
| Eosinophil | 2.5 ± 3.1 | 4.3 ± 4.4 | 0.067 |
EoE, eosinophilic esophagitis.
Comparison with the Mann-Whitney test.