Table 4 outcome per diagnostic modality
Characteristic | Diagnosis made by positive aspiration | Diagnosis made by positive ultrasound | P -value |
|---|---|---|---|
Mean amount of blood transfused (ml, standard deviation) | 419 (485) (31)a | 186 (378) (43) | 0.01 |
Severe anaemia (Hb < 7 g/dL) (%) | 9 (30) (30) | 6 (15) (41) | 0.20 |
Blood transfusion OR Hb < 7 g/dL (%) | 20 (67) (30) | 12 (30) (40) | 0.05 |