Table 3.
Modified poisson regression (with robust standard error) of factors associated with TB treatment outcome
| Predictor | Unadjusted RR (95% CI) | Adjusted RR (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Sex | ||
| Female | 1 | 1 |
| Male | 1.00 (0.61 - 1.66) | 1.16 (0.69 - 1.94) |
| Age (years) | ||
| 15 - 29 | 1 | 1 |
| 30 - 39 | 1.45 (0.61 - 3.44) | 1.17 (0.50 - 2.72) |
| 40 - 49 | 2.17 (0.98 - 4.83) | 1.64 (0.70 - 3.83) |
| 50 and over | 2.44 (1.13 - 5.27) | 2.26 (1.01 - 5.07) |
| Type of TB | ||
| Smear positive pulmonary TB | 1 | 1 |
| Smear negative pulmonary TB | 0.93 (0.53 - 1.65) | 0.62 (0.34 -1.14) |
| Extra-pulmonary TB | 0.61 (0.25 - 1.48) | 0.54 (0.23 - 1.27) |
| TB treatment history | ||
| New | 1 | 1 |
| Retreatment | 1.18 (3.08 - 4.51) | 1.61 (0.62 - 4.19) |
| Hospital | ||
| 1st Hospital | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Hospital | 1.15 (0.71 - 1.87) | 1.22 (0.74 - 2.03) |
| HIV status | ||
| Negative | 1 | 1 |
| Positive | 2.54 (1.59 - 4.06) | 2.89 (1.76 - 4.74) |
RR= Relative risk; TB treatment outcome= Successful outcome/ adverse outcome