Table 2. Incidence Rates and Adjusted HRs of Mortality for Prescription of PAPa.
| Characteristic | Patients, No. | Deaths, No. | Incidence, per 1000 Person-Years | Adjusted HR (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-cause death | ||||
| PAP not prescribed | 311 | 84 | 24.7 | 1 [Reference] |
| PAP prescribed | 81 | 12 | 12.8 | 0.38 (0.18-0.81)b |
| CV death | ||||
| PAP not prescribed | 311 | 26 | 7.6 | 1 [Reference] |
| PAP prescribed | 81 | 1 | 1.1 | 0.06 (0.01-0.68)c |
Abbreviations: CV, cardiovascular; HR, hazard ratio; PAP, positive airway pressure.
a
Results are from Cox regression analysis.
b
Adjusted for prevalent cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, body mass index, education, smoking status, and alcohol consumption.
c
Adjusted for prevalent cardiovascular disease only.