Table 3. Multivariate analysis of independent risk factors for any complication.
| Characteristic | p-value | Exp(B) | 95.0% CI for Exp(B) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower bound | Upper bound | |||
| Nephritic syndrome | .058 | 3.773 | 0.979 | 14.542 |
| Higher albumin | .031 | 0.425 | 0.196 | 0.921 |
| Pre-biopsy blood transfusion | .012 | 0.059 | 0.006 | 0.576 |
| Diabetes mellitus | .047 | 0.161 | 0.027 | 0.945 |
| Pre-biopsy dialysis | .001 | 10.119 | 2.435 | 42.050 |
Note: Variables entered on step 1: Age, creatinine, albumin, platelet count, haemoglobin at baseline, blood transfusion prior to kidney biopsy, HD done prior to biopsy, number of biopsy passes, pre-biopsy systolic blood pressure, diabetes, nephritic syndrome, unexplained renal failure.