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Table 4 Univariate and multivariate analyses for modifiable risk factors associated with visits to the A&E department

From: Risk factors associated with visiting or not visiting the accident & emergency department after a fall

 

Univariate

Multivariate

Risk factors (%)

OR

95% CI

p-value*

OR

95% CI

p-value

Orthostatic hypotension

0.64

0.49 to 0.84

< 0.01

0.26

0.18 to 0.39

< 0.01

Balance and mobility

1.15

0.89 to 1.49

0.28

   

Urinary incontinence

1.83

1.42 to 2.36

< 0.01

  

0.35

High risk of osteoporosis

2.46

1.92 to 3.16

< 0.01

1.98

1.41 to 2.79

< 0.01

Mood

2.47

1.84 to 3.34

< 0.01

2.38

1.53 to 3.70

< 0.01

Impaired vision

2.52

1.88 to 3.37

< 0.01

1.92

1.26 to 2.93

< 0.01

Fear of Falling

3.24

2.45 to 4.28

< 0.01

3.47

2.31 to 5.24

< 0.01

Polypharmacy

4.86

3.67 to 6.44

< 0.01

4.00

2.77 to 5.77

< 0.01