Table 4 Multivariable logistic regression model of the adjusted associations of clinical characteristics with convulsions in children hospitalized for acute gastroenteritis.

From: Convulsions in children hospitalized for acute gastroenteritis

Variable

Adjusted OR (95% CI)

P value

Gestational age at birth, weeks

0.80 (0.62–1.04)

0.088

C-reactive protein, mg/L

0.99 (0.98–1.00)

0.114

Body temperature, °C

2.91 (1.78–4.76)

 < 0.001

Hyponatremia (Sodium < 135 mEq/L)

3.10 (0.93–10.36)

0.066

High plasma glucose level (glucose > 120 mg/dL)

5.71 (1.27–25.58)

0.023

Severe gastroenteritis (Vesikari score ≥ 11)

0.09 (0.03–0.24)

 < 0.001

  1. CI confidence intervals, OR confidence intervals.