TABLE 1.
Main characteristics of the two groups of patients
| Variable | Esophageal varices present (n=106) | Esophageal varices absent (n=44) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, years, median (range) | 50 (21–80) | 52 (20–79) | Not significant |
| Sex, male:female | 88:18 | 38:6 | Not significant |
| Platelet count, ×109/L, median (range) | 90.5 (26–186) | 156.5 (59–452) | <0.001 |
| Spleen diameter, mm, median (range) | 140 (80–200) | 100 (70–170) | <0.001 |
| Platelet count to spleen diameter ratio, median (range) | 702 (140–1065) | 1300 (388–5650) | <0.001 |
Statistical analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney U and χ2 tests. All three parameters showed a statistically significant difference between the two groups of patients