Table 4:
Important predictors from the expanded model with corresponding odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). Predictors are presented in order of importance.
| Characteristic | OR (95% CI) |
|---|---|
| PTAper +1 dB HL increase (0.5-4.0 kHz), better ear | 1.12 (1.08-1.16)* |
| Self-reported difficulties hearing TV/radio (HHIE/A-S) | 2.89 (1.49-5.52)* |
| Self-reported difficulties hearing in restaurants (HHIE/A-S) | 1.52 (0.78-2.94) |
| Balance Problems | 0.46 (0.15-1.39) |
| History of cardiovascular disease | 0.67 (0.25-1.80) |
significant at p<0.05