Figure 1. Patient recruitment and clinic attendance.
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| Group 1 (telephoned) | Group 2 (not telephoned) | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of patients | 103 | 109 | |
| Age, mean (range) | 70.2 (46 - 87) | 72.1 (40 - 88) | 0.17 |
| Female gender (%) | 14.4 | 13.8 | 1 |
| Distance from hospital (miles), mean (SEM) | 18.9 (1.7) | 21.5 (2.5) | 0.39 |
| Time since implant (months), mean (SEM) | 38.5 (3.0) | 54.9 (13.3) | 0.25 |