Table II.
Demographic data of multitransfused patients with and without hepatitis C virus
| Variable | Multitransfused (n = 80) | Control (n = 20) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age [months] Mean± SD | 7.8±3.3a | 7.8 +3.0a | NS |
| Sex (M/F) | (25/30) | (12/13) | NS |
| Weight [kg] Mean± SD | 23.0±10a | 26.1±9.8a | NS |
| Height [m] Mean± SD | 1.2±0.18a | 1.3±0.1b | NS |
| BSA (m2) Mean± SD | 0.8±0.2a | 0.95±0.2b | 0.05 |
| MBP Mean± SD | 70.0±6.9a | 81.0±6.0a | NS |
| HR Mean± SD | 85.0±5.3a | 85.0±5.1 | NS |
Values are mean (SD), BSA – body surface area, MBP – mean blood pressure, HR – heart rate