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Patient demographics by gender
| Male (n= 55) | Female (n=13) | Significance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Age (SD) | 68.1 (8.1) | 71.3 (6.14) | NS |
| Mean age at diagnosis (SD) | 59.8 (10.4) | 64.5 (8.21) | NS |
| H&Y score | 2.41 (.95) | 2.3 (.59) | NS |
| Prior reported swallowing issues (%) ** | 47% | 77% | p<.05 |
| Hours since medication to assessment(SD) | 2.97 (2.5) | 2.55 (2.4) | NS |
| Analog ( mean L/sec)** | 3.55 (1.11) | 2.81 (.75) | p<.04 |
non parametric
