Table 1.
Characteristics of subjects in the study.
| Variable | First visit (n = 718) | All visits (n = 1,567) |
|---|---|---|
| Mean ± SD | ||
| SBP (mmHg) | 131.6 ± 16.7 | 128.1 ± 17.6 |
| DBP (mmHg) | 75.9 ± 9.9 | 71.9 ± 10.3 |
| Age (years) | 72.8 ± 6.8 | 74.7 ± 6.8 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 28.2 ± 4.0 | 28.0 ± 4.1 |
| Education (years) | 14.6 ± 2.8 | 14.6 ± 2.8 |
| n (%) | ||
| Use of ACE inhibitors | 197 (27) | 540 (34) |
| Use of non-ophthalmic beta blockers | 213 (30) | 554 (35) |
| Use of calcium channel blockers | 104 (14) | 265 (17) |
| Use of diuretics | 150 (21) | 381 (24) |
| Use of angiotensin receptor antagonists | 36 (5) | 124 (8) |
| Current smokers | 28 (4) | 47 (3) |
| Former smokers | 488 (68) | 1,049 (67) |
| Two or more drinks per day | 143 (20) | 299 (19) |