Table 5.
Univariable analysis and multivariable model for long-term permanent pacemaker implantation prediction according to admission demographic and clinical characteristics, laboratory parameters and echocardiography variables
| Univariable analysis | p value | HR (95% CI) | Multivariable analysis | p value | HR (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta blocker | 0.056 | 2.714 (0.973–7.569) | |||
| BUN | 0.059 | 0.981 (0.962–1.001) | |||
| Troponin peak | 0.078 | 0.071 (0.004–1.346) | |||
| > 1 drug usage | 0.009 | 0.210 (0.065–0.674) | > 1 drug usage | 0.009 | 0.358 (0.167–0.771) |
| Calcium channel blockers | 0.023 | 0.342 (0.135–0.862) | |||
| Creatinine | 0.026 | 0.598 (0.380–0.939) | |||
| Potassium | 0.036 | 0.711 (0.517–0.978) | |||
| GFR > 60 | 0.001 | 2.680 (1.497–4.798) | GFR > 60 | 0.003 | 2.472 (1.357–4.500) |
All clinically relevant parameters were included in the model. HR, Hazard ratio; CI, confidence interval