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Comparative significance and frequency of clinical, treatment variables.
| Variable | PTC | BTA | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (in years) | 41 ± 12 (19–57) | 43 ± 10.5 (26–65) | 0.115 |
| Sex ratio (M:F) | 1:1.3 | 1:1.6 | 0.626 |
| Lymphadenopathy | 30% | NA | NA |
| Tumour size (in cm) | 3.9 ± 0.9 | 4.3 ± 1.2 | NA |
| Total thyroidectomy | 96% | 80% | 0.08 |
| Hemithyroidectomy | 80% | 20% | 0.034 |
NA = Not applicable.
