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Reported perceptions of percutaneous coronary intervention by patients with stable coronary artery disease
| Perceived benefit | Study average (%) | Hospital range (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Extend life | 90 | 80-97 |
| Prevent myocardial infarction | 88 | 79-97 |
| Save life | 69 | 31-85 |
| Decrease symptoms | 67 | 52-87 |
| Improve abnormality | 52 | 32-68 |
| Other | 8 | 0-23 |
| Emergent procedure | 20 | 4-38 |
