Table 3 Multivariate logistic regression showing adjusted odds ratio between age, educational level, dietary and medical factors with low bone mineral density in Saudi women (> 40 years) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Variables | Adjusted Odds Ratio | P value |
|---|---|---|
95% CI | ||
Level of Education | ||
University and above | 1.00 | |
Secondary& Intermediate | 2.07 (1.06 - 4.55) | 0.04 |
Primary | 4.12 (2.05 - 8.29) | 0.02 |
Illiterate | 2.97 (1.44 - 6.12) | 0.009 |
Use of low fat laban in diet | ||
Yes | 1.00 | |
No | 2.81 (1.47 - 5.37) | 0.008 |
Age (in years) | ||
41 to 50 | 1.00 | |
51 to 60 | 0.88 (0.52-1.48) | 0.42 |
61 to 70 | 2.75 (1.32-1.48) | 0.01 |
70 and above | 2.49 (0.63-9.89) | 0.18 |
History of fractures as an adult on trivial fall | ||
Yes | 1.00 | |
No | 2.20 (1.03 - 4.69) | 0.03 |