Table 4.
Univariate survival analysis of lymph node size, specifically, maximum diameter in the short axis, as measured on computed tomography
| Cutoff value (mm) | Variable (mm) | No. of patients | Mean survival (months) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | <3 (A1) | 18 | 55.88 | 0.573 |
| ≥3 (A2) | 104 | 51.91 | ||
| 5 | <5 (B1) | 21 | 57.15 | 0.343 |
| ≥5 (B2) | 101 | 51.37 | ||
| 8 | <8 (C1) | 95 | 59.42 | 0.000 |
| ≥8 (C2) | 27 | 33.49 |
Footnote: Group A1 has diameter <3 mm, Group A2 d diameter ≥3 mm; Group B1 d diameter <5 mm, Group B2 d diameter ≥5 mm; Group C1 d diameter <8 mm and Group C2 d diameter ≥8 mm.