Table 2.
Association Between Patient Mood and Perception of Prognosis and Medical Status
| Difference in mean score, Ba | 95% CI | P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HADS–Depression Score | |||
| Perceived likelihood of cure | .01 | ||
| Incurable | 3.01 | (0.89 to 5.14) | |
| Curable | (Reference) | ||
| Assessment of current medical status | .02 | ||
| Terminally ill | 2.41 | (0.48 to 4.34) | |
| Not terminally ill | (Reference) | ||
| HADS–Anxiety Score | |||
| Perceived likelihood of cure | .07 | ||
| Incurable | 1.73 | (–0.17 to 3.62) | |
| Curable | (Reference) | ||
| Assessment of current medical status | .20 | ||
| Terminally ill | 1.13 | (–0.60 to 2.86) | |
| Not terminally ill | (Reference) |
Abbreviation: HADS, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale.
aAll models adjusted for age and sex.