TABLE 5.
Variables associated in multivariate analysis with ARB acquisition
| Risk factor | Adjusted relative risk (95% CIa) | P value |
|---|---|---|
| Length of hospitalizationb | 2.5 (1.2-5.1) | 0.01 |
| HIV infection | 2.1 (1.1-4.4) | 0.04 |
| Use of carbapenems | 2 (1-3.8) | 0.04 |
| Age of >70 yrs | 1.5 (1.1-2) | 0.008 |
CI, confidence interval.
More than 16 days before the study enrollment.