Baseline Demographic and Clinical Characteristics by Blood Pressure Category
| Characteristic | White Coat Hypertension (n=1,117) | Sustained Hypertension (n=4,065) | PValue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, mean (SD), years | 53.1 (13.2) | 57.9 (12.1) | <.001 |
| Male, No. (%) | 355 (31.8) | 1,981 (48.7) | <.001 |
| Taking antihypertensive medication, No. (%) | 388 (34.7) | 1,287 (31.7) | .052 |
| Current smoker or exsmoker, No. (%) | 501 (44.8) | 1,959 (48.2) | .048 |