Table 3 Distribution of risk factors proposed to contribute to prolonged disease course and, or severity in both intervention groups
Variables | 3 % HS + L-Epi | 0.9 % NS + L-Epi | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
(n = 50) | (n = 50) | ||
Family history of asthma, n (%) | 4 (8.0) | 5 (10.0) | 1.00 |
Parental smoking, n (%) | 30 (60.0) | 21 (42.0) | 0.05 |
Exposure to biofuels, n (%) | 14 (28.0) | 8 (16.0) | 0.11 |
Breastfeeding status, n (%) | 48 (96.0) | 48 (96.0) | 0.75 |
Prematurity, n (%) | 3 (6.0) | 2 (4.0) | 0.50 |
Atopic history, n (%) | 7 (14.0) | 3 (6.0) | 0.15 |