Table 4A.

Clinical predictors in the multivariate regression model.

VariableOR estimate (95% CI)p
Nephritis6.6 (1.8–24.6)0.005
History of CNS symptoms7.7 (2.0–30.3)0.003
Prior IV pulse methylprednisolone8.2 (1.6–42.7)0.012
Maximal daily PRED dose6.6 (1.8–24.2)0.004