Patient characteristics and endoscopic findings
| Characteristics | Males (n=104) | Females (n=98) |
|---|---|---|
| Values are mean (SEM) [range]. | ||
| BMI, body mass index. | ||
| Age (y) | 57.5 (1.9) [16–92] | 65.9 (1.8) [18–92] |
| Height (cm) | 172.9 (0.8) [150–200] | 162.3 (0.8) [145–186] |
| Body weight (kg) | 75.2 (1.3) [50–112] | 67.2 (1.8) [38–150] |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 25.1 (0.4) [13.75–36.99] | 25.4 (0.6) [12.77–57.16] |
| Endoscopic diagnosis (n) | ||
| Normal | 18 | 16 |
| Erythematous gastritis only | 10 | 20 |
| Gastrointestinal erosions | 25 | 13 |
| Gastrointestinal ulcers | 30 | 23 |
| Other conditions | 21 | 26 |