Table 2.
Comparison of blood pressure, heart rate and pulse wave velocity between nonamputees and amputees.
| Variables | Controls (n = 86) | Amputees (n = 60) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systolic blood pressure, mmHg | 137 ± 24 | 146 ± 23 | 0.034 |
| Diastolic blood pressure, mmHg | 83 ± 14 | 87 ± 14 | 0.102 |
| Pulse pressure, mmHg | 55 ± 14 | 59 ± 14 | 0.052 |
| Heart rate, beats per minute | 67 ± 9 | 67 ± 11 | 0.877 |
| Mean blood pressure, mmHg | 101 ± 17 | 106 ± 16 | 0.051 |
| Pulse wave velocity, m/sec | 9.9 ± 1.8 | 10.8 ± 1.9 | 0.008 |
Note: Values are mean ± standard deviation.