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Baseline characteristics of the study participants (mean ± standard deviation)
| Male (n = 29) | Female (n = 30) | Total (n = 59) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 72.1 ± 6.1 | 72.3 ± 4.7 | 71.2 ± 5.4 |
| Height (cm) | 169.2 ± 7.3 | 156.2 ± 5.5 | 162.8 ± 9.2 |
| Body mass (kg) | 76.1 ± 11.3 | 59.7 ± 6.5 | 68.1 ± 6.5 |
| BMI (kg · m−2) | 26.6 ± 3.0 | 24.5 ± 2.7 | 25.6 ± 2.7 |
Abbreviation: BMI, body mass index.
