Respiratory muscle strength data
| Controls (n = 16) | ICM (n = 30) | IDCM (n = 30) | p Value (anova) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pimax (cm H20) | 102 (17) | 84 (22) | 73 (20)3-150 | < 0.001 |
| Pemax (cm H20) | 118 (28) | 104 (21) | 90 (20)3-150 | < 0.001 |
Values are mean (SD).
↵3-150 p<0.05 v ICM or controls.
ICM, ischaemic cardiomyopathy; IDCM, idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy; Pemax, maximum static expiratory pressure; Pimax, maximum static inspiratory pressure.