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Characteristics (Mean, SD, or Proportion) of Study Population by Baseline AMD Status
| Non-AMD (N=1,165,348) | Neovascular AMD (N=27,193) | Non-neovascular AMD (N=110,645) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 75 (7.5) | 80 (7.2) | 80 (7.5) |
| Female (%) | 59 | 65 | 68 |
| White (%) | 87 | 94 | 94 |
| Hypertension* | 61 | 74 | 71 |
| Diabetes* | 23 | 29 | 24 |
| Incident Stroke (%) | 6.6 | 10.3 | 9.2 |
Diagnostic codes submitted during the 2-year baseline period.
AMD: Age-related Macular Degeneration; SD: Standard Deviation.
