Demographic details for dexamethasone treated infants and controls (all values are median (range))
| Dexamethasone group (n=31) | Controls (n=18) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gestation (weeks) | 26 (23–34) | 291-150 (25–34) |
| Birthweight (g) | 815 (500–2045) | 12151-150 (760–1530) |
| Age treatment started (days) | 11 (2–34) | |
| M:F ratio | 23:8 | 8:10 |
| Centiles | 39 (1–80) | 33 (5–90) |
| % inspired oxygen | 37 (22–100) | 30 (21–70) |
| Insulin required | 4 | 0 |
↵1-150 Mann Whitney, p < 0.01.