Table 5

Univariate predictors of survival

VariableHR (95% CI)p Value
Residual MR severity2.54 (1.45 to 4.46)<0.01
NT-proBNP ≥5000 ng/L6.18 (1.84 to 20.79)<0.01
COPD2.36 (1.04 to 5.36)0.04
Chronic kidney disease3.29 (1.37 to 7.92)<0.01
  • COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; MR, mitral regurgitation; NT-proBNP, N-terminal probrain natriuretic peptide.