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Comparison of participants regarding QOL questionnaires
| Variable | Answered QOL | Refused | Lost to follow-up | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMI, mean, kg/m2 | 35.5 | 35.2 | 38.4 | 0.105 |
| Age, mean, years | 63.0 | 63.2 | 67.6 | 0.11 |
| Comorbidities, n | ||||
| None | 23 | 10 | 4 | Χ2(6) = 0.581, ns (0.445) |
| Diabetes | 3 | 6 | 3 | |
| Hypertension | 24 | 7 | 9 | |
| Hypertension + Diabetes | 30 | 10 | 9 | |
Comparisons of BMI, age and background co-morbidities among the subgroups regarding QOL questionnaires showed no significant differences
