Table 2 Results of logistic regression of variables assumed to be predictive or a consequence of complaint specificity
Factor | p in univariate regression* | p in multivariate regression ° | Odds ratio in multivariate regression [95% CI] |
|---|---|---|---|
Predictive of complaint specificity | |||
Age | 0.171 | ||
Gender | 0.466 | ||
Previous medical contact | 0.001 | 0.001 | 1.828 [1.268–2.636] |
Consequences of complaint specificity | |||
Triage | 0.101 | ||
Resuscitation bay | 0.241 | ||
Length of ED stay | 0.748 | ||
Vague diagnosis at ED discharge | 0.012 | 0.001 | 1.822 [1.159–2.899] |
Length of hospital stay | 0.029 | 0.025 | 1.001 [1–1.002] |
Vague diagnosis at ED discharge | 0.923 | ||
Mortality | 0.054 | 0.087 | 1.922 [0.909–4.065] |