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 There are approximately 65 eosinophils per 0.2376 mm*mm (1 HPF).
-Literature valves show a large variation when defining eosinophilic esophagitis
-and frequently use "HPF" as a measure of area, which is not a standardized measure.
-[Am. J. Gastroenterol. 102 (10): 2300–13.]
-Common cut-points are 15 eosinophils/HPF and 20 eosinophils/HPF, where HPF is
-often undefined.
 The above findings are suggestive of eosinophilic esophagitis in the proper
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 compatible with gastroesophageal reflux; however, eosinophilic esophagitis is also a
 consideration. Clinical correlation is required.
-Literature valves show a large variation when defining eosinophilic esophagitis
-and frequently use "HPF" as a measure of area, which is not a standardized measure.
-[Am. J. Gastroenterol. 102 (10): 2300 13.]
-Common cut-points are 15 eosinophils/HPF and 20 eosinophils/HPF, where HPF is
-often undefined.
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