Study outcomes
| Baseline | 6 weeks after first RFA | 3 months after last RFA | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Globus median score (IQR) | 74 (61–78) | 12 (7–47) | 1 (0–9) | 0.012 |
| Sore throat median score (IQR) | 74 (56–78) | 14 (0–55) | 9 (0–35) | 0.007 |
| Heartburn median score (IQR) | 61 (25–63) | 13 (0–20) | 4 (0–68) | ns |
| Cough median score (IQR) | 65 (59–75) | 19 (0–50) | 6 (0–31) | 0.005 |
| Hoarseness median score (IQR) | 78 (69–86) | 66 (9–77) | 41 (8–46) | 0.012 |