Table 4

Regression of variables between MRC grades: odds ratios, 95% confidence intervals and level of significance

Outcome variableExplanatory variableOdds ratio (95% CI)p value
MRC3 vs MRC 4Shuttle0.33 (0.001 to 0.613)<0.02
SGRQ total1.09 (1.06 to 1.39)<0.008
HAD depression1.42 (1.37 to 1.95)<0.03
MRC 4 vs MRC 5Shuttle0.11 (0.02 to 0.6)<0.01
Age1.13 (1.02 to 1.24)<0.02