On β blockers (n=771) | β Blockers started (n=865) | No β blockers (n=1455) | p Value | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Values are percentages. | ||||
ACE, angiotensin converting enzyme. | ||||
ACE inhibitors | 85 | 85 | 86 | NS |
Diuretics | 85 | 86 | 92 | 0.001 |
Digitalis | 57 | 65 | 67 | 0.001 |
Amiodarone | 12 | 14 | 24 | 0.001 |
Oral anticoagulants | 29 | 24 | 28 | 0.049 |
Nitrates | 37 | 40 | 48 | 0.001 |