Multivariate Models for the Two Outcome Measures Treatment Options Considered As Independent Variables (N = 174)
| Variables | Lη Heal Time* β (95% CI) | Scarring Odds Ratio (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Dapsone | 0.37(0.05,0.70) | 4.27(1.05,17.44) |
| Systemic corticosteroids | 0.25(0.004,0.50) | NS |
| Erythema diameter (cm) | 0.02(0.004,0.04) | NS |
| Necrosis (yes/no) | NS | 4.60(1.69,12.53) |
| Severity (severe) | NS | 7.45(2.12,26.14) |
| Treatment delay (days) | 0.08(0.05,0.11) | NS |
| Age | 0.010(0.004,0.02) | NS |
| Diabetes mellitus | 0.55(0.08,1.01) | NS |
* For the linear regression model, R2= 0.3667 and adjusted R2= 0.3295
NS, not significant.