Table 4

Multivariable competing risks regression model* for predictors of cardiovascular mortality after stroke (n=419)

PredictorHR (95% CI)p Value
Normal BMI vs BMI ≥30 kg/m20.85 (0.46 to 1.56)0.61
Normal BMI vs <18.5 kg/m20.77 (0.14 to 4.35)0.76
Abstinence from smoking0.85 (0.41 to 1.75)0.66
≥5 servings fruits/vegetables vs none0.30 (0.09 to 1.04)0.06
1–4 servings fruits/vegetables vs none0.30 (0.08 to 1.08)0.07
Moderate vs heavy alcohol intake7.14 (0.68 to 100.00)0.10
Moderate vs no alcohol intake0.62 (0.31 to 1.25)0.19
Regular exercise0.76 (0.47 to 1.23)0.27
Age (per year)1.07 (1.03 to 1.11)<0.005
Female vs male0.48 (0.29 to 0.80)0.004
History of myocardial infarction1.45 (0.93 to 2.26)0.10
Hypercholesterolaemia1.79 (1.12 to 2.89)0.02
  • * Model adjusted for: BMI, smoking, servings of fruits/vegetables, alcohol intake, exercise, age, sex, history of myocardial infarction and hypercholesterolaemia.

  • BMI, body mass index.