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Logistical regression. Factors associated with the appearance of cough after the start of dry powder antibiotic treatment.
| Variable | OR (CI95%) | p |
|---|---|---|
| Previous use of inhaled antibiotic | 3.5 (1.3–7.4) | 0.003 |
| COPD | 2.6 (1.1–3.7) | 0.002 |
| Difficult in handling, according to the patient | 2.6 (1.5–2.9) | 0.002 |
| Previous cough | 2.9 (1.6–4.1) | 0.034 |
COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; OR: Odds Ratio; CI: Confidence Interval.
