3.1. Demographics
HEART
Weight and height measurements were obtained using a calibrated (±0.02 kg) digital scale (Health-O-Meter Professional 500KL, Pelstar LLC, Alsip, IL, USA). Resting hemodynamics were obtained in the seated position after resting for 5 min. Heart rate was determined via palpation of the radial artery, while resting blood pressure was determined via oscillation of the brachial artery using a stethoscope and mercurial sphygmomanometer according to standard procedures [