Table 4.
Results of the univariate and multivariate analysis to assess relationship to the presence of adenomas on the third colonoscopy*.
| Variable | Univariate Analysis Odds Ratio (95% CI) | Multivariate Analysis Odds Ratio (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Age (>60) | 0.65 (0.26, 1.64) | |
| Race (White vs. Non-white) | 1.33 (0.50, 3.56) | |
| Presence of diverticulosis | 0.75 (0.28, 1.98) | |
| Preparation on the 2nd exam (Fair/Poor vs. Good/Excellent) | 0.63 (0.12, 3.27) | |
| Interval between the 2nd and 3rd procedure (≥3 yrs) | 0.84 (0.34, 2.08) | 0.95 (0.37, 2.49) |
| Gender (Female vs. Male) | 0.50 (0.19, 1.31) | 0.53 (0.20, 1.43) |
| Presence of adenomas on 2nd exam | 2.17 (0.85, 5.52) | 2.08 (0.79, 5.50) |
*
The final multivariate analysis included interval between the 2nd and 3rd procedures, gender and the presence of adenomas on the 2nd exam.