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Signalment of cats with and without gallbladder sludge
| Cats with GB sludge (n = 152) | Cats without GB sludge (n = 32) | |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age (years) ± s | 10.3 ± 4.8 | 8.0 ± 4.4 |
| Mean weight (kg) ± s | 4.2 ± 1.2 | 4.9 ± 1.7 |
| Breed | ||
| Domestic cats | 76% | 84% |
| Himalayan | 5% | 0% |
| Persian | 4% | 6% |
| Siamese | 4% | 0% |
| Maine Coon | 2% | 6% |
| Abyssinian | 0% | 4% |
| Sexual status | ||
| Castrated males | 57% | 50% |
| Spayed females | 35% | 41% |
| Intact females | 5% | 3% |
| Intact males | 3% | 6% |
s — standard deviation.
GB — gall bladder.
