Table 3 Results of multivariate logistic regression analysis of risk factors and Enterobius vermicularis infection, by age groups
From: Risk factors for Enterobius vermicularis infection in children in Gaozhou, Guangdong, China
Age group | Variables | No. of examined | No. of positive (%) | OR (95 %CI) a |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2–6 years | Father’s education | |||
Middle school and above | 216 | 109 (50.46) | 1.00 | |
Primary school and below | 292 | 186 (63.70) | 1.73 (1.20–2.50)* | |
Biting pencils (or toys) | ||||
No | 405 | 227 (56.05) | 1.00 | |
Yes | 102 | 68 (66.67) | 1.61 (1.01–2.58)* | |
7–12 years | Washing hands before dinner | |||
Yes | 212 | 96 (45.28) | 1.00 | |
No | 82 | 49 (59.76) | 1.97 (1.16–3.35)* | |
Playing on the ground | ||||
No | 126 | 55 (43.65) | 1.00 | |
Yes | 168 | 90 (53.57) | 1.65 (1.02–2.66)* | |