Table 4.
Multivariable logistic regression model for possible hypothyroidism (subclinical hypothyroidism, hypothyroidism, or positive for antibodies)
| Parameter | OR | 95% CI | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous variables | |||
| Age at the time of the disaster | 0.96 | 0.92–1.00 | 0.034 |
| Years since the disaster | 1.19 | 1.02–1.40 | 0.029 |
| Categorical variables | |||
| Sex | |||
| Male | Reference | ||
| Female | 1.62 | 1.16–2.27 | 0.005 |
| School screening | |||
| No | Reference | ||
| Yes | 2.64 | 1.20–5.80 | 0.015 |
| Iodine prophylaxis | |||
| No | Reference | ||
| Yes | 0.72 | 0.40–1.28 | 0.262 |
| Family history of thyroid diseases | |||
| No | Reference | ||
| Yes | 1.63 | 1.02–2.62 | 0.042 |
OR Odds ratio, CI Confidence interval