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Baseline characteristics for the two groups.
| Characteristic | Control group (n = 20) | Intervention group (n = 21) |
|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 65.2 ± 3.1 | 64.2 ± 3.4 |
| Dialysis prescription (h, days) | 4 h, 3 days | 4 h, 3 days |
| Months on hemodialysis | 73.6 ± 13.4 | 72.7 ± 12.7 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 24.3 ± 3.2 | 25.4 ± 2.8 |
