Table 4.
Distribution of anti-HBc Ag positivity among medical waste handlers with potential risk factors.
| Risk factors | No. (%) | No. Anti-HBc positive (%) | OR (95% CI) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liver disease | 2(1.6) | 0(0) | UD | 0.17 |
| Blood transfusion | 19(15.1) | 0(0) | UD | 0.99 |
| Body fluid splash in MM | 35(27.8) | 17(48.6) | 0.95 (0.63,1.4) | 0.81 |
| Tattooing | 21(16.7) | 2(9.5) | 0.09 (0.02,0.39) | 0.001 |
| Blunt-penetrating injuries | 25(19.8) | 15(60) | 1.9 (0.77,4.51) | 0.17 |
| Dental procedure | 8(6.3) | 1(12.5) | 0.14 (0.02,1.2) | 0.07 |
| Surgical procedure | 5(4) | 1(20) | 0.26 (0.03,2.4) | 0.22 |
| Catheterization | 4(3.2) | 1(25) | 0.36 (0.04,3.5) | 0.38 |
| No risk factors | 25(19.8) | 23(92) | 0.39(0.29,0.52) | 0.001 |
| Total | 126 | 60(47.6) |
UD = Undefined