Factors influencing pelvic recurrence rates
| Factor | Hazard ratio (95% confidence interval) | p value* |
|---|---|---|
| Stage | ||
| 1 | 1.00 | |
| 2 | 6.55 (2.16–19.88) | 0.005 |
| 3 | 4.89 (1.61–14.83) | < 0.001 |
| Radiotherapy | ||
| Preoperative | 1.00 | |
| Postoperative | 1.51 (0.65–3.50) | 0.34 |
| None | 3.45 (1.56–7.63) | 0.002 |
| Radial margins | ||
| Negative | 1.00 | |
| Positive | 2.26 (1.01–5.06) | 0.047 |
↵* Determined with the χ2 test.