| Univariate Predictors | Hazard ratio (95% CI) | P value |
| Initial EF | 0.92 (0.84-0.99) | 0.033 |
| Fractional Shortening | 0.88(0.79-0.98) | 0.024 |
| Arrhythmia on initial presentation | 3.38 (1.15-9.93) | 0.026 |
| Multivariate Predictors | Hazard ratio (95% CI) | P value |
| EF <25% | 12.0 (1.51-95.5) | 0.019 |
| Recovery of LV function | 0.23 (0.05-1.01) | 0.05 |
| Recovery of LV function in 6 months | 0.32 (0.11-0.86) | 0.024 |