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Significant predictors for 30-day readmission in patients prescribed steroids for a chronic condition.
| Characteristic | Odds ratio | 95% CI | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| COPD | .004 | ||
| No | Reference | -- | |
| Yes | 2.45 | 1.33-4.52 | |
| Disseminated cancer | .004 | ||
| No | Reference | -- | |
| Yes | 6.78 | 1.83-25.19 |
CI, confidence interval; COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
