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| Characteristics | SCA patients (n=55) | Controls (n=41) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 12.44±3.2 | 11.41±3.17 | 0.123 |
| Males (n, %) | 31 (56.36) | 14 (34.14) | 0.039 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 16.74±2.3 | 18.61±3.96 | 0.011 |
| Z score BMI (AU) | -0.93±1.0 | -0.12±1.36 | 0.003 |
Data are reported as means±SD or number (%). The t-test or chi-squared test were used to compare groups. SCA: sickle cell anemia; BMI: body mass index; AU: arbitrary units.
