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Complications in the two groups.
| Complications | EIS + EVL group (n = 44) | EVL group (n = 40) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebleeding, n (%) | 1 (2.3) | 6 (15.0) | 0.087 |
| Retrosternal pain, n (%) | 7 (15.9) | 18 (45.0) | 0.004 |
| Difficulty in swallowing, n (%) | 8 (18.2) | 10 (25.0) | 0.45 |
| Esophageal stricture, n (%) | 4 (9.1) | 4 (10.0) | 1 |
| Fever, n (%) | 6 (13.6) | 3 (7.5) | 0.58 |
| Recurrence, n (%) | 4 (9.1) | 11 (27.5) | 0.028 |
