Table 4.
Multivariate analysis of predictors of low birth-weight
| Variable | LBW, n (%) | Total, N | aOR (95% CI) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal age | ||||
| < 20 years | 48 (14.0) | 365 | 1.0 (1.0–1.1) | 0.51 |
| ≥ 20 years | 129 (9.1) | 1422 | ||
| Marital status | ||||
| Single | 58 (13.5) | 430 | 0.8 (0.5–1.1) | 0.180 |
| Married | 113 (8.4) | 1343 | – | |
| Primiparity | ||||
| Yes | 66 (15.0) | 441 | 1.1 (0.1–8.4) | 0.960 |
| No | 113 (8.7) | 1304 | – | |
| Gestational age | ||||
| Term | 88 (8.7) | 1022 | – | |
| Preterm | 69 (13.0) | 531 | 1.5 (1.1–2.2) | 0.001* |
| Post term | 4 (5.0) | 80 | 0.6 (0.2–1.6) | 0.277 |
| Sex of infant | ||||
| Female | 85 (9.7) | 880 | 1.1 (0.8–1.5) | 0.628 |
| Male | 92 (10.2) | 902 | – | |
aOR adjusted odd’s ratio, CI Confidence interval, n Frequency, LBW low birthweight, * significant variables