Table 1 Baseline patient characteristics
Variables | n (%) |
|---|---|
Male sex | 37 (59.7) |
Body surface area (m2); mean ± SD | 1.73 ± 0.19 |
Stage 1 systemic hypertension | 37 (59.7) |
Rhythm: | |
Sinus | 50 (80.6) |
Atrial fibrillation | 12 (19.4) |
Functional class: | |
II | 43 (69.4) |
III / IV | 19 (30,6) |
Medications: | |
Diuretic | 54 (84.4) |
ACE inhibitor | 38 (59.4) |
Beta blocker | 25 (39.1) |
Calcium channel blocker | 9 (14.1) |
Digoxin | 9 (14.1) |
Amiodarone | 1 (1.6) |
Aspirin | 13 (20.3) |
Oral anticoagulant | 3 (4.7) |