Multivariable logistic regression identified 5 independent predictors: Glasgow Coma Scale ≤ 8 (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 3.42, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.76–6.64), abnormal magnetic resonance imaging (aOR 3.25, 95% CI: 1.59–6.67), acute respiratory distress syndrome (aOR 2.92, 95% CI: 1.46–5.85), glucose > 8.3 mmol/L (aOR 2.51, 95% CI: 1.23–5.12), and brain natriuretic peptide > 100 pg/mL (aOR 1.98, 95% CI: 0.96–4.12). This evidence concerns the gene NPPB and acute respiratory distress syndrome.