Table 1.
Baseline characteristics of patients with and without gout (controls)
| Characteristic | Control group (n = 179,930) | Patients with gout (n = 179,930) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, yr | 51.57 ± 14.59 | 51.85 ± 14.55 | 0.21 |
| Male sex | 141,575 (78.68) | 141,575 (78.68) | 1.00 |
| Comorbidities | |||
| Hypertension | 2,445 (0.68) | 15,371 (4.27) | < 0.01 |
| Diabetes mellitus | 2,501 (0.69) | 6,353 (1.77) | < 0.01 |
| Dyslipidemia | 766 (0.21) | 10,892 (3.01) | < 0.01 |
| Renal failure | 79 (0.02) | 3,704 (1.03) | < 0.01 |
| Ischemic heart disorder | 189 (0.05) | 1,823 (0.51) | < 0.01 |
| Cerebrovascular disorder | 283 (0.08) | 983 (0.27) | < 0.01 |
Values are presented as mean ± standard deviation or number (%).