Table 3.
Multivariable Poisson regression of predictors of mortality in patients presenting with acute appendicitis
| RR | 95% CI | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 1.0 | 0.96-1.07 | 0.6 |
| Transferred | 1.4 | 0.17-10.67 | 0.8 |
| Presence of shock | |||
| Not in shock | ref | ||
| Shock | 2.1 | 0.46-9.27 | 0.3 |
| Days from symptom onset to KCH | |||
| 0-2 days | ref | ||
| > 2 days | 1.7 | 0.22-13.18 | 0.6 |
| Had a postoperative complication | 5.1 | 1.13-23.03 | 0.04 |