Table 1.
Characteristics of patients and healthy controls
| Characteristic | ADHD group (n = 60) | Control group (n = 20) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (yr) | 8.0 (6.0−17.0) | 9.0 (6.0−15.0) | Z = 0.309*, p = 0.758 |
| Sex | |||
| Female | 9 (15) | 4 (20) | c2 = 0.276**, p = 0.727 |
| Male | 51 (85) | 16 (80) | |
| Weight (kg) | 27.7 (17.9−73.5) | 33.0 (19.5−62.0) | Z = 0.233*, p = 0.815 |
| Height (cm) | 131.6 (110.0−177.9) | 135.0 (116.8−178.0) | Z = 0.111*, p = 0.912 |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 16.7 (13.4−27.4) | 17.2 (14.2−23.6) | Z = 0.828*, p = 0.408 |
Values are presented as median (min−max) or number (%). ADHD, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
*Mann−Whitney Utest. **Chi-square test.