Comparison of variables between spinal and non-spinal gout patients.
| Variable | Spinal Gout, n = 9 | Non-Spinal Gout, n = 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age, yrs | 64.3 | 66.6 |
| Mean serum urate, mg/dl | 10.24 | 8.36 |
| Diabetes mellitus, n (%) | 3 (30) | 25 (45) |
| Hypertension, n (%) | 8 (89) | 51 (92) |
| Renal insufficiency, n (%) | 3 (30) | 23 (42) |
| Endstage renal disease, n (%) | 2 (22) | 9 (16) |
| Diuretics, n (%) | 5 (56) | 27 (49) |
| Aspirin, n (%) | 4 (44) | 22 (40) |