Table 3. Multivariate analysis of predictors associated with length of stay.
IRR | CI 95% | p | |
---|---|---|---|
Age <6 months | 0.998 | 0.9-0.9 | 0.000 |
Comorbidities (CHD or neurological) | 2.119 | 1.4-3.0 | 0.000 |
Chest indrawing | 1.322 | 1.1-1.5 | 0.001 |
BPD | 1.610 | 1.0-2.3 | 0.017 |
RSV positive | 1.593 | 1.3-1.8 | 0.000 |
Increased C-reactive protein (> 40 mg/lit.) | 1.005 | 1.0-1.0 | 0.006 |