Table 3.
Multivariable logistic regression analysis of factors independently associated with obstructive lung disease (OLD) among persons who inject drugs, San Diego, CA (n = 513).
| Adjusted Odds Ratioa (95% Confidence Interval) | p-value | |
|---|---|---|
| Race | ||
| Non-Black | 1.00 | -- |
| Black | 2.66 (1.37, 5.17) | 0.004 |
| Pack-years smoked (per 5 pack-years) | 1.06 (1.01, 1.12) | 0.026 |
| Years injecting drugs (per 5 years) | 1.13 (1.01, 1.27) | 0.030 |
a
Adjusted for age, a known risk factor for COPD (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease, 2018), and all other variables in the model.