Independent predictors of permanent discontinuation of β blockers
| Variable | OR | 95% CI | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (as a continuous variable) | 1.02 | 1.01 to 1.04 | 0.0331 |
| NYHA class (III–IV v I–II) | 1.50 | 1.05 to 2.13 | 0.0256 |
| Systolic blood pressure (as a continuous variable) | 0.98 | 0.97 to 0.99 | 0.0169 |
| Aetiology (ischaemic v not ischaemic) | 1.45 | 1.02 to 2.08 | 0.0408 |