Table 3 Binary logistic regression model analysis of relapsed/recurrent subgroup, n (%)a

From: Clustered repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for the prevention of depressive relapse/recurrence: a randomized controlled trial

 

rTMS + ADP

rTMS

ADP

Statistical values

 

(n = 13)

(n = 22)

(n = 48)

χ 2

P b

Age

   

1.265

0.531

≤45 years

8 (61.5)

15 (68.2)

26 (54.2)

>45 years

5 (38.5)

7 (31.8)

22 (45.8)

Gender

   

0.717

0.699

Male

4 (30.8)

6 (27.3)

10 (20.8)

Female

9 (69.2)

16 (72.7)

38 (79.2)

Duration of the illness

   

1.030

0.597

≤12 months

8 (61.5)

17 (77.3)

33 (68.8)

>12 months

5 (38.5)

5 (22.7)

15 (31.2)

No. of previous episodes

   

6.054

0.048

None (first episode)

8 (61.5)

7 (31.8)

30 (62.5)

At least 1

5 (38.5)

15 (68.2)

18 (37.5)

Remission status

   

3.885

0.143

Partial

4 (30.8)

6 (27.3)

24 (50.0)

Full

9 (69.2)

16 (72.7)

24 (50.0)

  1. a rTMS repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, ADP antidepressants
  2. bd.f. = 2