Predictors of dropout from cardiac exercise rehabilitation

摘要: The Ontario Exercise-Heart Collaborative Study was a multicenter randomized clinical trial of high intensity exercise for the prevention recurrent myocardial infarction in 733 men. Of 678 subjects who could have participated at least 3 years, 315 (46.5%) dropped out. Stepwise multiple linear logistic regression analysis carried out to examine relation between subject characteristics and probability dropping during study. Analysis performed on entry group as whole by considering those had reinfarction while complying with program also excluding all reinfarctions. consistent statistically significant predictors dropout both analyses were smoking blue collar occupation. Angina significantly associated only when reinfarctions excluded. It may be important consider these factors investigating potential compliance-improving strategies reducing from rehabilitation programs.