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Participant characteristics.
| Controls | Patients | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number | 14 | 14 | |
| Age (years) | 43.2 ± 14.4 (22–47) | 42.8 ± 5.0 (24–44) | 0.83 |
| Sex (male/female) | 0/14 | 0/14 | 1 |
| Disease duration (years) | NA | 9.6 ± 6.0 (3–22) | NA |
| EDSS | NA | 0.9 ± 1.1 (0–3) | NA |
All data are expressed as mean ± standard deviation. Minimum and maximum values for demographic and clinical values (age, disease duration and EDSS) are also provided. Abbreviations: EDSS, expanded disability status scale; NA, not applicable.
