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Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of Patients
| Characteristic | Control Group (n=163) | Intervention Group (n=159) |
|---|---|---|
| Age | ||
| (mean ± SD) | 57.8 ± 13.4 | 57.4 ± 12.1 |
| Range | 28.3 – 91.4 | 27.4 – 84.3 |
| Gender | ||
| Male | 44 (27.0%) | 43 (27.0%) |
| Female | 119 (73.0%) | 116 (73.0%) |
| Marital status | ||
| Married | 115 (70.6%) | 107 (67.3%) |
| Not currently married | 48 (29.4%) | 52 (32.7%) |
| Chemotherapy | ||
| Adriamycin | 85 (52.1%) | 84 (52.8%) |
| Carboplatin | 56 (34.4%) | 50 (31.4%) |
| Cisplatin | 22 (13.5%) | 25 (15.7%) |
