Table 6 Multiple logistic regression analysis showing predictors for final outcome of infantile spasms in terms of resolution of seizures
Variables | Resolution of Seizures Adjusted OR * | (EEG and/or clinical) 95% CI ** |
|---|---|---|
Type of therapy (p < 0.001) | ||
Receipt of second drug | 1 | - |
ACTH monotherapy | 4.2 | 0.6 - 6.8 |
Vigabatrin monotherapy | 4.6 | 1.1 - 7.2 |
Etiology (p < 0.001) | ||
Symptomatic | 1 | - |
Cryptogenic | 1.2 | 0.4 - 2.1 |
Idiopathic | 4.4 | 1.6 - 6.9 |
Age at Diagnosis (p = 0.04) | ||
> 12 months | 1 | - |
6 - 12 months | 1.2 | 0.8 - 1.5 |
< 6 months | 1.3 | 0.6 - 2.1 |