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Characteristics of children with fever aged <18 months and ≥18 months.
| Characteristic | <18 months n = 184, n (%) | ≥18 months n = 238, n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Males | 110 (59.8) | 132 (55.5) |
| ≥3 days' fever | 45 (24.5) | 68 (28.6) |
| Consultation | 137 (74.5) | 172 (72.3) |
| Non-native | 99 (53.8) | 122 (51.3) |
| Median age in months (range) | 9.7 (3–17.8) | 36.0 (18–71) |
| Mean temperature in °C: (standard error) | 39.4 (0.06) | 39.5 (0.05) |
°C = degrees celsius
