Changes during the study period
| Dexamethasone (n=8) | Budesonide (n=8) | Difference (budesonide − dexamethasone) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data are presented as mean (SD). | |||
| *Indicates a significant difference. | |||
| LLLvel (mm/day) | −0.33 (0.22) | 0.18 (0.31) | 0.5 (0.27)* |
| Weight (g) | 77 (70) | 133 (85) | 56 (78) |
| Weight gain (g/kg/day) | −0.3 (8.0) | 7.6 (13.2) | 7.9 (10.9) |
| Energy intake (kcal/kg/day) | 14 (25.2) | −2.0 (21.3) | −16.3 (23.4) |
| Inspired oxygen concentration (%) | −14.1 (8.8) | 0.13 (13.0) | 14.3 (11.1)* |