TABLE 3.
Serum iPTH Relative to Baseline After 12 Weeks of Treatment in three groups.
| Group | Baseline | Week 12 | χ 2 | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mild Group (n = 20) | 463.15 (429.00,528.70) | 178.70 (146.28,282.83) | 47.421 | <0.001 |
| Moderate Group (n = 12) | 706.75 (673.48,733.93)a | 316.40 (231.55,360.93)a | 37.571 | <0.001 |
| Severe Group (n = 12) | 952.15 (870.28,1158.25)a,b | 419.20 (221.33,695.38)a | 33.536 | <0.001 |
Note: Compared with the mild group, a P < 0.05; compared with the moderate group, b P < 0.05.