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Cause-Specific Mortality by DHEAS Quartile
| Cause of Death | 1st Quartile | 2nd Quartile | 3rd Quartile | 4th Quartile | p Value* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular, % (N) | 47 (28) | 46 (15) | 43 (13) | 41 (9) | 25 |
| Cancer, % (N) | 19 (11) | 18 (6) | 27 (8) | 23 (5) | .77 |
| Other, % (N) | 34 (20) | 36 (12) | 30 (9) | 36 (8) | .33 |
Notes: Data are expressed as percentages, with number with each cause in parentheses.
Based on age-adjusted Cox proportional hazards model.
DHEAS = dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate.
