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Characteristics (clinical and laboratory) of study group
| Characteristics (Clinical and Laboratory) | Present n (%) | Absent n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal temperature | 180 (90) | 20 (10) |
| Abnormal heart rate | 165 (82.5) | 35 (17.5) |
| Abnormal respiratory rate | 138 (69) | 62 (31) |
| Abnormal leukocyte count | 150 (75) | 50 (25) |
| Anemia | 126 (63) | 74 (37) |
| Clinical rickets | 50 (25) | 150 (75) |
| Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) | 60 (30) | 140 (70) |
| Positive blood cultures | 25 (12.5) | 175 (87.5) |
Figures in parenthesis indicate percentage
