Image Based Question-67224

Reflux shown (Arrow) in Photograph is scored by

A. Gleason score

B. Demeester score

C. Alvarado score

D. Ranson score

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Correct Answer » B Explanation

Demeester score (Esophageal reflux)

A reflux episode is defined as esophageal pH drop below four. … Of these 6 parameters a pH score called Composite pH Score or DeMeester Score has been calculated, which is a global measure of esophageal acid exposure. A Demeester score > 14.72 indicates reflux.