Multivariate analysis using CURB as a binary variable (2 or more features = severe) to identify other factors that are independently associated with mortality (n=637)
Clinical feature | OR | 95% CI | p value |
---|---|---|---|
Albumin <30 g/dl | 4.7 | 2.5 to 8.7 | <0.001 |
Age ⩾65 years | 3.5 | 1.6 to 8.0 | 0.003 |
Temperature <37°C | 1.9 | 1.01 to 3.6 | 0.047 |
CURB score ⩾2 (severe CAP) | 5.2 | 2.7 to 10.3 | <0.001 |