Table I.
Baseline Characteristics of Patients
| Early BP Determination Group (n=331) | Standard BP Determination Group (n=1890) | |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 176 (53.2) | 1027 (54.3) |
| Age, y | 62.2±11.9 | 63.8±11.7a |
| Age range, y | ||
| <65 | 182 (55.0) | 961 (50.8) |
| 65–74 | 101 (30.5) | 571 (30.2) |
| ≥75 | 48 (14.5) | 358 (18.9) |
| BMI, kg/m2 | 24.5±3.5 | 24.2±3.5 |
| SBP, mm Hg | 169.0±16.7 | 168.2±16.8 |
| DBP, mm Hg | 95.6±12.5 | 95.2±12.0 |
| Pulse rate, beats/min | 73.7±10.2 | 75.0±10.5 |
| Comorbid conditions | 204 (61.6) | 1200 (63.5) |
| Hyperlipidemia | 129 (39.0) | 629 (33.3) |
| Diabetes mellitus | 37 (11.2) | 268 (14.2) |
| Heart disease | 16 (4.8) | 133 (7.0) |
| Cerebrovascular disorder | 10 (3.0) | 92 (4.9) |
| Liver disease | 39 (11.8) | 171 (9.0) |
| Renal disease | 7 (2.1) | 57 (3.0) |
Abbreviations: BMI, body mass index; BP, blood pressure; DBP, diastolic blood pressure; SBP, systolic blood pressure.Values are mean ± SD or No. (%). a P<.05.