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Patient characteristics
| Bevel-up group (n =102) | Bevel-down group (n = 102) | |
|---|---|---|
| Sex, male/female | 45/57 | 46/56 |
| Age (years) | 62 ± 13 | 61 ± 12 |
| Height (cm) | 161 ± 9 | 160 ± 9 |
| Weight (kg) | 63 ± 10 | 63 ± 10 |
| Diameter of artery (mm) | 2.4 ± 0.6 | 2.5 ± 0.5 |
| Depth from skin (mm) | 2.5 ± 0.3 | 2.5 ± 0.2 |
