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Comparison of age and sex distribution according to the culture results.
| Variable | Bacterial Culture | p-Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Positive (n = 389) |
Negative (n = 121) |
||
| Age (years), mean ± S.D. | 47.2 ± 17.0 | 46.9 ± 16.7 | 0.889 |
| Male gender, number (%) | 237 (60.9) | 75 (62.0) | 0.835 |
