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Table 5 Multivariate logistic regression analysis evaluating possible risk factors associated with anastomotic leak (Male)

From: Male sex and history of ischemic heart disease are major risk factors for anastomotic leakage after laparoscopic anterior resection in patients with rectal cancer

Parameter

Odds ratio

95%CI

p

Age, year

0.98

0.92–1.04

0.49

Ischemic Heart Disease, yes vs no

4.73

1.27–17.5

0.025

Surgical procedure, LAR vs HAR

3.14

0.35–28.0

0.24

Creatinine, mg/dl

5.06

0.75–34.0

0.10

Placement of trans anal drain, yes vs no

2.52

0.73–8.7

0.14