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Binary multivariate logistic regression analysis of ultrasound features for the detection of malignant thyroid nodules.
| US characteristics | β | OR (95% CI) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hypoechoic | 1.008 | 2.74 (1.421–5.29) | 0.003 |
| Taller-than-wide shape | 1.760 | 5.81 (1.79–18.86) | 0.003 |
| Microcalcification | 2.025 | 7.58 (3.89–14.77) | <0.001 |
| Irregular margins | 1.352 | 3.87 (2.0–7.46) | <0.001 |
β, regression coefficient; OR, odds ratio.
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