TABLE 2.
Hemodynamics data at baseline and after physical and mental stress (mean ± SD)
| Variables (n = 15) | Before | After | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systolic BP (mm Hg) | 110 ± 11 | 112 ± 9 | .479 |
| Diastolic BP (mm Hg) | 64 ± 7 | 68 ± 6 | .021 |
| Pulse pressure (mm Hg) | 47 ± 9 | 44 ± 8 | .146 |
| Heart rate (bpm) | 71 ± 11 | 68 ± 13 | .308 |
| Cardiac debit (L/min) | 5.4 ± 0.6 | 5.5 ± 0.6 | .677 |
| Large arteries distensibility (ml/mm Hg × 10) | 14 ± 5 | 16 ± 4 | .049 |
| Small arteries distensibility (ml/mm Hg × 100) | 8 ± 3 | 10 ± 2 | .044 |
| Systemic vascular resistance (dyne.sec.cm−5) | 1209 ± 139 | 1264 ± 142 | .023 |