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Demographic data – Re-admitted vs. not re-admitted patients
| Variable | Overall (n = 955) | Re-admitted (n = 403) | Not re-admitted (n = 552) | P value (re-admitted vs. not re-admitted) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) [median, (Q1–Q3)] | 62 (42–76) | 68 (47–79) | 56 (39–74) | <0.0001 |
| Male sex (%) | 453 (47.4%) | 199 (49.3%) | 254 (46.1%) | >0.3 |
| Number of medical patients at index admission (medical or surgical) (%) | 679 (71.1%) | 316 (78.4%) | 363 (65.8%) | <0.0001 |
