Reasons for declining to participate
| Reason | Number (n=79) |
|---|---|
| No specific reason | 26 (32.9%) |
| Anxiety about PCI procedure | 14 (17.7%) |
| Not keen on taking part in any research | 12 (15.2%) |
| Felt too unwell to consider study | 8 (10.1%) |
| Concerned about distance from research venue | 7 (8.9%) |
| Worried about being carer for spouse | 5 (6.3%) |
| Recent bereavement | 3 (3.8%) |
| Already taken part in other research | 3 (3.8%) |
| Needed to talk through with absent family member | 1 (1.3%) |
PCI, percutaneous coronary intervention.