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Mortality during acute chest syndrome in relation to hematological values.
| Hematological parameter | Number of patients | Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| White blood cell count (×109/L) | ||
| <12 | 46 | 2 |
| 12–20 | 72 | 4 |
| >20 | 72 | 7 |
| Hb (g/dL) | ||
| < 8 | 47 | 4 |
| > 8 | 143 | 9 |
| Platelets*(×1012/L) | ||
| <0.15 | 32 | 7 |
| 0.15–0.199 | 12 | 0 |
| ≥0.20 | 146 | 6 |
P<0.001 for mortality in comparison to platelet counts
