Table 3 Multiple regression analysis of risk factors for candidemia caused by Candida albicans vs. non-albicans Candida species
From: Risk factors for fatal candidemia caused by Candida albicans and non-albicans Candida species
Effect | Odds Ratio | 95% confidence Limits | P-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
White Blood Cell (WBC) | 0.0202 | |||
> 15000/mm3 vs. ≦ 3000/ mm3 | 5.89 | 1.35 | 25.7 | 0.0184 |
3001 – 15000/mm3 vs. ≦ 3000/ mm3 | 1.66 | 0.44 | 6.26 | 0.4549 |
> 15000/mm3 vs. 3001 – 15000/mm3 | 3.55 | 1.29 | 9.79 | 0.0144 |
Age65 (≧ 65 vs. < 65) | 6.73 | 2.37 | 19.1 | 0.0003 |
Immunosuppressive therapy | 4.39 | 1.26 | 15.32 | 0.0201 |
Located on a medical ward | 0.37 | 0.16 | 0.88 | 0.025 |