From: Asthma in the elderly: a study of the role of vitamin D
Age (years, range) | 72.6 ± 5.8, 65-84 |
Sex (F/M) | 16/12 |
BMI | 25 ± 3.2 |
Atopy | 25/28 |
Duration of asthma (years) | 34.3 ± 21.1 |
Rhinitis | 25/28 |
Gastroesophageal reflux disease | 7/28 |
Osteoporosis | 2/28 |
Heart disease | 2/28 |
Inhaled steroids (dose, range) | 25/28(470 ± 341, 0-1200 mcg/day) |
Long-acting bronchodilators | 19/28 |
Leukotriene antagonist | 13/28 |
ACT score | 22.4 ± 3.2 |
Serum vitamin D (ng/ml) | 24.3 ± 9.2 |
Serum calcium (mg/dl) | 9.6 ± 0.3 |