Table 3.
Multivariable analysis risk factors associated with hypertension among Kabul citizens (n = 1183)
| Variables | Adjusted OR | % 95 CI | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Age group | |||
| ≤50 |
1 |
Reference |
- |
| >50 |
3.86 |
2.86 – 5.21 |
<0.001 |
|
Education level | |||
| Literate |
1 |
References |
- |
| Illiterate |
1.90 |
1.05 – 1.90 |
<0.05 |
|
Having rice as meal | |||
| ≤3times a week |
1 |
References |
- |
| >3times a week |
1.43 |
1.07 – 1.91 |
<0.05 |
|
Having chicken as meal | |||
| ≤3times a month |
1 |
References |
- |
| >3times a month |
0.73 |
0.55 – 0.97 |
<0.05 |
|
Family history of diabetes | |||
| No |
1 |
References |
- |
| Yes |
2.20 |
1.30 – 3.75 |
<0.05 |
|
Taking fruits with meal | |||
| ≤twice a week |
1 |
References |
- |
| >twice a week |
0.64 |
0.47 – 0.86 |
<0.05 |
|
Central obesity | |||
| No |
1 |
References |
- |
| Yes |
1.67 |
1.23 – 2.27 |
<0.001 |
|
General obesity as BMI cut off 30 | |||
| No |
1 |
References |
- |
| Yes | 2.08 | 1.50 – 2.89 | <0.001 |