Table 5 Comparing variables of those who consumed iodized salts vs those that did not consume iodized salt
From: Iodine deficiency among goiter patients in rural South Sudan
Variable | Those who consumed iodized salts | Those that did not consume iodized salt |
|---|---|---|
Gender | ||
Male | 10 | 14 |
Positive family history of goiter | 2 | 3 |
Iodine deficiency– Severe | 23 | 8 |
Iodine deficiency– Moderate | 2 | 38 |
Iodine deficiency – Mild | 0 | 0 |
More than adequate | 18 | 37 |
Optimal iodine | 62 | 86 |
Excess iodine | 3 | 5 |