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Multivariate association between ultrasound characteristics and the likelihood of cancer, chosen using a stepwise logistic regressiona
| Mutivariate Odds Ratios (95% CI) | P-Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Microcalcifications | 8.1 (3.8–17.3) | <.001 | |
| Nodule Size | >2cm | 3.6 (1.7–7.6) | .001 |
| Compositionb | Entirely Solid | 4.0 (1.7–9.2) | .001 |
Only three specific ultrasound characteristics remained significant in the multivariate models.
