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Characteristics of study participants (Experts, n = 46)
| Participant’s characteristics | n | (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Age, mean (SD) | 51.5 (11.2) | – |
| Sex, Male | 40 | (95%) |
| Highest qualifications | ||
| Doctorate in Medicine (Cardiology) | 32 | (71%) |
| MD, Medicine | 10 | (21%) |
| PhD | 4 | (7%) |
| Years practicing cardiology, mean (SD) | 20.5 | (11.6%) |
| Private hospital | 30 | (71%) |
SD Standard deviation; PhD Doctorate in Philosophy
