Table 2– Multivariate logistic regression analysis of risk factors associated with pneumonia in the elderly
p-valueOR (95% CI)
Barthel index <1000.0016.93 (2.13–22.5)
COPD/chronic bronchitis0.0323.80 (1.12–12.9)
Chronic heart failure0.1842.19 (0.69–6.95)
Oropharyngeal dysphagia<0.00111.9 (3.03–46.9)
  • COPD: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.