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Table 4 Multivariable linear regression with ICS MPR as outcome variable and Foster score, age, sex, ACQ6 and common comorbidities (BMI, GERD and allergies) as exposure variables

From: Self-reported vs. objectively assessed adherence to inhaled corticosteroids in asthma

Variable

Multivariable

Beta

95% CI

P-value

Foster Score

0.00

(0.00–0.01)

0.006

Age

0.00

(0.00–0.01)

0.061

Female

0.04

(-0.07–0.15)

0.4

ACQ6

0.01

(-0.04–0.05)

0.8

BMI

0.00

(-0.01–0.01)

0.6

GERD

−0.13

(-0.25–0.01)

0.040

Allergy

0.06

-0.05–0.17

0.3

  1. Adjusted R2 = 0.155. ACQ6 Asthma Control Questionnaire 6, BMI Body Mass Index, GERD Gastroesophageal reflux (Proton-pump inhibitor-use), Allergy (Relevant symptoms plus either positive skin prick test or elevated specific Immunoglobulin E)