Table 6.
Results of the logistic regression analysis to determine the factors associated with mortality
| Predictor | OR | 95% CI | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male sex | 1.88 | 0.64–5.49 | 0.249 |
| Age, yr | 1.03 | 0.99–1.08 | 0.151 |
| CAPa | 1.41 | 0.54–3.67 | 0.477 |
| HAP | 1.80 | 0.63–5.15 | 0.270 |
| PSI | 1.01 | 1.00–1.03 | 0.036 |
| MDR pathogens | 0.45 | 0.15–1.10 | 0.142 |
| Poor treatment responseb | 3.51 | 1.57–9.24 | 0.003 |
OR, odds ratio; CI, confidence interval; CAP, community-acquired pneumonia; HAP, hospital-acquired pneumonia; PSI, pneumonia severity index; MDR, multidrug-resistant.
a
Compared with healthcare-acquired pneumonia.
b
Change of empirical antibiotics from initial agents to others within the 7th day.