Multivariate analysis of predictors of appropriate defibrillator therapy
| Variable | Hazard ratio | p Value | 95% CI |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Significant difference. | |||
| CI, confidence interval. | |||
| BNP (upper 50th centile) | 2.19 | 0.040 | 1.07 to 4.71* |
| CAD | 1.82 | 0.21 | 0.71 to 6.54 |
| NYHA III/IV | 1.77 | 0.56 | 0.57 to 2.76 |
| CRP (upper 50th centile) | 1.47 | 0.30 | 0.71 to 3.06 |
| History of CHF | 1.40 | 0.56 | 0.45 to 4.41 |
| ACE inhibitor use | 1.23 | 0.60 | 0.57 to 2.67 |
| Age (per decade) | 1.09 | 0.58 | 0.80 to 1.50 |
| ICD indication (primary) | 0.95 | 0.89 | 0.45 to 2.01 |
| LVEF (per 5%) | 0.85 | 0.11 | 0.70 to 1.04 |
| Dilated CM | 0.69 | 0.59 | 0.17 to 2.76 |
| β Blocker use | 0.64 | 0.28 | 0.28 to 1.44 |
| Sex (male) | 0.45 | 0.18 | 0.14 to 1.44 |
| Amiodarone use | 0.41 | 0.068 | 0.15 to 1.10 |