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Demographic characteristics of children with acute appendicitis.
| Total (n = 1895) | Perforated (n = 613) | Nonperforated (n = 1282) | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 8 (3–18) | 5 (3–18) | 9 (3–18) | 0.001 |
| Female-male ratio | 1 : 1.11 | 1 : 1.19 | 1 : 1.08 | 0.23 |
| Temperature | 38.1 ± 0.7 | 37.9 ± 0.8 | 38 ± 0.9 | 0.46 |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 19.67 ± 0.38 | 19.21 ± 0.46 | 19.98 ± 0.55 | 0.53 |
Values are presented as mean ± standard deviation. The temperature is measured in Celsius.
