Table 4.
The outcome of the multivariate logistic regression model used to assess the influence of possible confounders
| Variables | VRR > 50% at 6 months (yes = 1, no = 0) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | 95% CI | p value | |
| Approach (ATN = 1, FTN = 0) | 0.222 | 0.019–2.026 | 0.189 |
| Delivered energy (J/mL) | 0.999 | 0.998–1.001 | 0.141 |
| Ablation time (min) | 0.947 | 0.823–1.074 | 0.406 |
| Hypoechogenicity (yes = 1, no = 0) | 6.414 | 0.658–124.464 | 0.147 |
VRR volume reduction rate, OR odds-ratio, CI confidence interval, ATN adjustable-tip needle, FTN fixed-tip needle, TSH thyroid stimulating hormone