Table 1.
Baseline parameters between single-dose and divided-dose prednisolone
| Baseline Variables | Single-Dose Prednisolone (n=30) | Divided-Dose Prednisolone (n=30) |
|---|---|---|
| Age in mo (IQR) | 42 (29–60) | 41 (25–54) |
| Sex, male (%) | 18/29 (62) | 17/27 (63) |
| Weight in kg at presentation (IQR) | 14.5 (13–16.8) | 14.8 (12.1–16.4) |
| Serum creatinine in mg/dl (IQR) | 0.34 (0.32–0.40) | 0.35 (0.33–0.45) |
| Spot urine protein/urine creatinine ratio in mg/mg (IQR) | 6.4 (4.8–7.6) | 5.75 (3.8–7.5) |
| Baseline early morning serum cortisol in μg/dl (IQR) | 5.09 (4.23–8.23) | 5.25 (3.59–6.5) |
Continuous variables expressed as medians and IQR. IQR, interquartile range.