Table 1. Patient characteristics.
| Characteristic | Control group (Fibroadenoma) (n = 36) Mean ± DP | Study group (Breast cancer) (n = 30) Mean ± DP | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (y) | 32.92 ± 9.46 | 40.37 ± 6.77* | 0.0011 |
| Menarche age (y) | 12.86 ± 1.16 | 13.67 ± 1.79 | 0.0820 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 24.20 ± 4.61 | 25.70 ± 3.62 | 0.1540 |
| WC (cm) | 79.40 ± 12.34 | 83.92 ± 8.92* | 0.0480 |
*There was a statistically significant differences between control and study groups (p < 0.05).