Table 3.
Logistic regression of the relationship of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with the highest quartile of leptin levels
| Explanatory variable | OR | 95% CI | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLE diagnosis (yes, no) | 2.7 | 1.3 to 5.9 | 0.01 |
| Age (years) | 1.0 | 0.98 to 1.03 | NS |
| History of dyslipidaemia (yes, no) | 1.3 | 0.6 to 2.7 | NS |
| Hypertension (yes, no) | 0.7 | 0.4 to 1.3 | NS |
| Current smoking (yes, no) | 0.96 | 0.3 to 2.7 | NS |
| Diabetes (yes, no) | 0.8 | 0.2 to 3.1 | NS |
| High sensitivity C reactive protein (mg/l) | 1.02 | 0.98 to 1.06 | NS |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 1.05 | 1.01 to 1.1 | 0.02 |
| Any cardiovascular disease history (yes, no) | 2.7 | 0.98 to 7.3 | 0.06 |