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Clinical characteristics of the study subjects in whom the serum CD levels were measured
| Clinical parameter | Nondiabetic | Diabetic with no DR | DME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of subjects | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Age (yr) | 52 ± 19 | 57 ± 7 | 61 ± 10 |
| Number with diabetes type 1/2 | 0/0 | 0/11 | 4/7 |
| Number with diabetic nephropathy | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Number with diabetic neuropathy | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Number with hypertension | 0 | 7 | 8 |
| Number with coronary artery disease | 0 | 1 | 4 |
