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Table 3 IRT responder rates, absolute risk reduction, and number needed to treat [17]

From: An evidence-based guide to the efficacy and safety of isometric resistance training in hypertension and clinical implications

 

Responder rate (n = 191)

Absolute risk reduction (%)

NNT (95% CI)

Systolic blood pressure

106 (55.5)

28.1

4 (2.80–7.42)

Diastolic blood pressure

92 (48.2)

20.1

5 (3.22–11.10)

Mean arterial pressure

105 (55.0)

30.4

4 (2.80–7.42)

  1. Values are presented as number (%) or number only
  2. NNT Number needed to treat, CI Confidence interval
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