Clinical characteristics of patients with idiopathic intracranial hypertension and controls
| IIH (n = 63) | Controls (n = 96) | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (mean) (yr) | 31.6 ± 10.6 | 35.5 ± 9.8 | |
| Female/male | 58:5 | 72:24 | |
| BMI | 36.5 ± 8.2 | 27.5 ± 6.4 | <.0001 |
| Duration of symptoms (mean) (yr) | 4.9 ± 6.8 | ||
| CSF opening pressure (mm H2O) (mean) | 356.9 ± 89 |
Note:—BMI indicates body mass index.