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Clinical and Demographic Characteristics of the Partners
| Control (n = 84) | Intervention (n = 71) | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, y, mean ± SD | 70 ± 10 | 67 ± 12 | ns |
| Sex | |||
| Male | 16 (19.1%) | 22 (30.9%) | ns |
| Female | 68 (80.9%) | 49 (69.1%) | ns |
| Comorbidity | |||
| Myocardial infarction | 13 (15%) | 8 (11%) | ns |
| Hypertension | 25 (30%) | 25 (35%) | ns |
| Diabetes | 4 (5%) | 7 (10%) | ns |
| Stroke | 4 (5%) | 3 (4%) | ns |
| Lung disease | 10 (12%) | 1 (1%) | <.05 |
