Characteristics of study participants, stratified by diabetes status
| Characteristic | Overall n = 150 499 | Diabetes n = 41 934 | No diabetes n = 108 565 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, yr, median (IQR) | 73 (56–83) | 74 (63–82) | 72 (53–84) |
| Female sex, no. (%) | 74 935 (49.7) | 22 366 (53.3) | 52 569 (48.4) |
| No. of comorbidities, median (IQR) | 6 (3–8) | 7 (5–10) | 5 (3–8) |
| Cost of admission in Can$, mean ± SD | 10 796 ± 25 316 | 12 165 ± 27 278 | 10 268 ± 24 497 |
Note: IQR = interquartile range, SD = standard deviation.