Table 3.
Multivariable risk regression of predictive factors for adrenal insufficiency clustered by ACTH dose.
| Factor | RR | 95% CI | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic kidney disease | 2.52 | 2.02–3.14 | <0.001 |
| Cushingoid appearance in exogenous steroid and/or herbal medicine use | 3.44 | 2.16–5.47 | <0.001 |
| Nausea and/or vomiting | 1.84 | 1.24–2.75 | 0.003 |
| Fatigue | 1.23 | 1.11–1.37 | <0.001 |
| Serum basal cortisol < 9 µg/dL | 3.36 | 3.23–3.49 | <0.001 |
| Cholesterol < 150 mg/dL | 1.26 | 1.20–1.32 | <0.001 |
| Serum sodium < 135 mEq/L | 1.09 | 1.04–1.15 | 0.001 |