Table 3 Multivariable logistic regression model of significant risk factors. Forward selection procedure selected from these covariates: reduced visual function, income affecting deprivation in older people, no. of prespecified comorbidities, taking 4 or more medications and hearing impairment
From: Visual risk factors for falls in older adults: a case-control study
Variable | β | se(β) | Odds ratio | 95% CI | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income affecting deprivation in older people | -0.25 | 0.06 | 0.78 | 0.69-0.88 | <0.001 |
Hearing impairment | 1.16 | 0.43 | 3.18 | 1.36-7.40 | 0.007 |
Reduced visual function (VA or CS or stereo) | 1.25 | 0.39 | 3.49 | 1.64-7.45 | 0.001 |