Table 6.
Results of multiple logistic regression analysis to determine predictive factors for major complications following cancer surgery
| Variable | Odds ratio (CI 95%) | P |
|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 1.03 (1.01–1.06) | 0.010 |
| ASA physical status (≥3) | 2.61 (1.34–5.49) | 0.004 |
| Preoperative hemoglobin (< 12 g/dL) | 2.13 (1.15–4.15) | 0.016 |
| Use of colloids | 1.89 (0.99–3.75) | 0.049 |
| Estimated blood loss (> 500 mL) | 2.06 (0.97–4.42) | 0.048 |
| Intraoperative hypotension requiring vasopressor | 4.67 (1.41–15.48) | 0.004 |
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p < 0.05 was considered significant