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Table 3 Multivariable analysis of independent risk factors for nephrotoxicity

From: Empiric guideline-recommended weight-based vancomycin dosing and nephrotoxicity rates in patients with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia: a retrospective cohort study

Variable

Odds ratio

95% confidence interval

Guideline-Recommended Vancomycin Dosing

1.52

0.75-3.08

Vancomycin duration greater than 15 days

3.36

1.79-6.34

Weight greater than 100 kilograms

2.74

1.27-5.91

Pitt Bacteremia Score of four or greater

2.73

1.29-5.79

Vancomycin trough greater than 20 mcg/ml

2.36

1.07-5.20

Age greater than 52 years

2.10

1.08-4.08

Intensive care unit residence

1.90

0.95-3.80

Concomitant nephrotoxin

1.64

0.87-3.11