Clinical Research
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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 14, 2005; 11(46): 7296-7301
Published online Dec 14, 2005. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i46.7296
Table 3 Ultrasonographic characteristics of gastro-esophageal reflux in patients with recurrent respiratory diseases in two age groups
0-6 mo7-12 moP
Number of reflux episodes9.5 (3-21)11 (2-18)NS
Reflux frequency (reflux episodes/min)0.5 (0.15-1.05)0.6 (0.1-0.9)NS
Maximal esophageal lumen enlargement (mm)5.5 (1-17)4 (1.6-11.5)NS
Duration of the longest reflux episode (s)11 (2-17)7 (4-18)NS