Table 4.
Negative Binomial Regression Showing the Effects of End Stage Renal Disease on Postoperative Length of Stay
| Risk Variables | Incidence Rate Ratio | 95% Confidence Interval | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 1.02 | 1.01 – 1.02 | < 0.0001 |
| Male Gender | 0.73 | 0.69 – 0.78 | < 0.0001 |
| Race | |||
| African American | 1.28 | 1.16 – 1.41 | < 0.0001 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1.52 | 1.05 – 2.24 | 0.0345 |
| Asian or Pacific Islander | 0.89 | 0.64 – 1.24 | 0.4816 |
| Unknown | 0.97 | 0.86 – 1.10 | 0.6770 |
| Body Mass Index > 35 | 1.02 | 0.95 – 1.10 | 0.5960 |
| Functional Status | |||
| Partially Dependent | 2.38 | 1.62 – 3.60 | < 0.0001 |
| Totally Dependent | 2.45 | 0.82 – 10.24 | 0.1478 |
| American Society of Anesthesiologists Class | < 0.0001 | ||
| Class II | 1.61 | 1.38 – 1.88 | < 0.0001 |
| Class III | 2.76 | 2.35 – 3.25 | < 0.0001 |
| Class IV | 3.89 | 2.98 – 5.11 | < 0.0001 |
| End Stage Renal Disease | 1.63 | 1.19 – 2.27 | 0.0036 |