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Table 4 Multiple logistic regression model of factors associated with first-degree relatives’ screening in accordance with guidelines

From: A population-based cross-sectional study of colorectal cancer screening practices of first-degree relatives of colorectal cancer patients

“At or slightly above average risk”

N (%)*

OR (95% CI)

p value

Gender

   

 Male

27 (35)

2.74 (1.32, 5.68)

.0068

 Female

15 (17)

1

 

Highest level of education

   

 Secondary schooling completed

3 (19)

0.34 (0.09, 1.20)

0.0941

 Secondary schooling not completed

10 (18)

0.41 (0.18, 0.91)

0.0288

 Trade or TAFE Certificate/Diploma

4 (14)

0.21 (0.07, 0.65)

0.0070

 University degree

25 (38)

1

 

“Moderately increased risk” and “Potentially high risk”

N (%)

OR (95% CI)

p value

Marital status

   

 Married/partnered

97 (55)

3.68 (1.72, 7.88)

0.0008

 Not partnered

18 (30)

1

 

Geographical location (ARIA)

   

 Major cities (urban)

68 (56)

2.26 (1.27, 4.03)

0.0056

 Regional/remote

41 (39)

1

 

Relationship to index case

   

 Sibling

74 (62)

5.15 (2.28, 11.67)

0.0001

 Child

29 (30)

1

 

Ever asked about family history of bowel cancer by doctor/health professional

   

 Yes

65 (71)

5.08 (2.55, 10.11)

.0001

 No

50 (34)

1

 
  1. * Percentage of responses (excluding any missing values).