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Table 8 Multivariate logistic regression model for factors associated with low eGFR (<60 mL/min/1.73 m2)

From: Long-term lithium treatment in bipolar disorder: effects on glomerular filtration rate and other metabolic parameters

Factor

Odds ratio [95% CI]

z-score

p-value

Longer lithium treatment (years)

1.07 [1.04–1.09]

5.92

<0.0001

Lower mean lithium dose (mg/day)

1.003 [1.002–1.004]

5.42

<0.0001

Higher mean serum [Li+]

4.47 [4.36–43.5]

4.47

<0.0001

Older age at assay

1.04 [1.02–1.06]

4.32

<0.0001

Co-occurring medical illness

2.11 [1.28–3.49]

2.91

0.004