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Independent predictors for the development of tuberculosis.
| Parameters | OR | 95% CI | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes mellitus | 1.6 | 0.8–3.2 | 0.2 |
| History of contact with TB patients | 0.4 | 0.2–0.7 | 0.004 |
| Corticosteroid | 5.7 | 2.2–14.8 | 0.0001 |
| Immunosuppressive drugs | 0.5 | 0.09–2.3 | 0.333 |
