Table 1.
Reasons for nonparticipation
| Classification (n=77) | Reason detail | n |
|---|---|---|
| Expressed interest (n=23) | Could not be reached after initial contact | 19 |
| Consented, but dropped out prior to data collection | 4 | |
| Not interested (n=20) | Unable or unwilling to procure transportation | 11 |
| Too busy, work responsibilities | 2 | |
| No reason given | 7 | |
| Ineligible (n=34) | History of revascularization(s) | 14 |
| Unconfirmable PAD diagnosis | 11 | |
| Double-leg amputee | 3 | |
| Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease | 2 | |
| Wheelchair-bound | 1 | |
| Recent bodily injury | 1 | |
| Lack of English proficiency | 1 | |
| Deceased between initial contact and follow-up | 1 |
Abbreviation: PAD, peripheral arterial disease.