Table 2.
Multiple logistic regression showing variables associated with depression among MG patients.
| Variable | Comment | OR (95% CI) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | Year | 1.0 (0.97-1.03) | 0.88 |
| Sex | Male | 0.63 (0.20-2.02) | 0.44 |
| Education level | >high school | 2.03 (0.73-5.68) | 0.18 |
| Income | ≥10,000 SR∗ | 2.25 (0.84-6.04) | 0.11 |
| MG duration | ≥4 years | 0.37 (0.13-1.10) | 0.07 |
| Patient-reported MG status | Uncontrolled | 12.31 (1.13-133.8) | 0.04 |
∗SR: Saudi riyal. The number 10,000 SR (≈2,666 $) represents the estimated median monthly income for the general Saudi population according to the 2013 Saudi household income survey [19].