Table 1. Clinical parameters and serum CRP concentrations in different groups included in the study.
| Parameter | Group I (XFS) (n=19) | Group II (XFG) (n=14) | Group III (N) (n=23) | Test | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 69.4±13.3 | 69.8±9.3 | 67.3±10.5 | ANOVA | 0.449 |
| Gender (F/M) | 8/11 | 7/7 | 14/9 | χ2 | 0.377 |
| CRP (mg/dl) | 0.53±0.38 | 0.55±0.57 | 0.42±0.28 | ANOVA | 0.549 |
| CAD | 2 (10.5%) | 3 (21.4%) | 1 (4.3%) | Fisher's exact test | 0.308 |
| HT | 5 (26.3%) | 7 (50.0%) | 2 (8.7%) | Fisher's exact test | 0.025 |
Abbreviations: CAD, coronary artery disease; CRP, C-reactive protein; HT, hypertension; N, normal; XFG, exfoliative glaucoma; XFS, exfoliation syndrome.