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Burn characteristics compared across age groups (PEDIATRIC 1-14 years, YOUNG 15-50 years, OLD > 50).
| PEDIATRIC (n=210) | YOUNG (n=254) | OLD (n=84) | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burn Size (TBSA%) | 58.3±17 | 43.8±19 | 38.7±17 | <0.001 |
| 3rd Degree Burns (%) | 47.8±24 | 34.2±21 | 29.4±18 | <0.001 |
| APACHE II score | 15.5±9 | 19.2±9 | 23.1±8 | <0.001 |
| Presenting Base Deficit (meq/L) | −6.5±−9 | −5.3±5 | −4.5±4 | 0.003 |
| First 24hr crystalloid (Liters) | 4.4±3 | 16.9±10 | 15.4±8 | <0.001 |
| Mortality (%) | 8.1% | 13.0% | 36.9% | <0.001 |
