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Result of the statistical analysis.
| Second-Hand Exposure to E-Cigarettes | Group A (Yes) | Group B (No) | p |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exacerbations, mean ± SD, n/year | 7.7 ± 6.8 | 5.7 ± 6.1 | 0.27 |
| Need for rescue therapy, n (%) | 6 | 1 | 0.19 |
| Need for therapeutic step-up, n (%) | 44.4 | 29.6 | 0.3 |
| ACT/c-ACT score, mean ± SD | 17.2 ± 7.6 | 19.6 ± 3.8 | 0.3 |
| 18.3 ± 5.6 | 14.6 ± 5.8 | 0.4 |
(ACT: Asthma Control Test; c-ACT: children-Asthma Control Test; n: number; SD: standard deviations).
