Characteristics of patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension and controls
| Variable | Controls (n = 58) | IIH (n = 53) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (mean) (yr) | 34.8 ± 9.7 | 31.3 ± 10.3 | .06 |
| Sex (male/female) | 44:14 | 50:3 | .008 |
| BMI (mean) (kg/m2) | 28.1 ± 7.6 | 36.9 ± 8.9 | <.0001 |
| Weight (mean) (Kg) | 80.4 ± 28.4 | 101.7 ± 28.7 | .0002 |
| Opening CSF pressure (mean) (mm H2O) | NA | 363.2 ± 84 | NA |
Note:—BMI indicates body mass index; NA, not applicable.