Mean carditis score and antisecretory medication use
| None (n=9) | H2 receptor antagonists (n=8) | PPIs (n=13) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z-line | |||
| Squamous + columnar | 3.6 (0.3) | 4.0 (0.6) | 4.1 (0.9) |
| Columnar alone | 2.0 (1.2) | 0.8 (0.5) | 2.0 (0.6) |
| 1–2 cm below Z-line | 1.0 (0.5) | 0.8 (0.5) | 0.3 (0.3) |
No significant difference in mean carditis score was present in biopsy specimens at the Z-line, either with or without squamous mucosa present, or in specimens 1–2 cm below the Z-line.
PPI, proton pump inhibitor.