Comparison of prognostic indicators between the two groups
| Group 1 | Group 2 | p Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 58 (7) | 57 (8) | 0.8 |
| NYHA class IV | 6/21 | 1/14 | 0.5 |
| LVEF (%) | 23 (6) | 25 (8) | 0.6 |
| Peak VO 2(ml/kg/min) | 14 (5) | 15 (3) | 0.9 |
Group 1, ⩾ 8 viable segments; Group 2, < 8 viable segments.