Table 5.
Urban vs. rural residence of pediatric subjects with rheumatic heart disease
| Rheumatic heart disease diagnostic category | Urban | Rural |
|---|---|---|
| Possible | 67 | 70 |
| Probable | 6 | 2 |
| Definite | 4 | 1 |
| Prevalence of rheumatic heart disease | 35/1000 | 77/1000 |
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