Table 6

Association between respiratory symptoms at follow-up and TB (n=370)

UnadjustedModel 1Model 2
OR95% CIOR95% CIOR95% CI
Cough2.171.29 to 3.651.871.08 to 3.241.590.90 to 2.83
Phlegm1.821.04 to 3.201.670.92 to 3.031.450.78 to 2.68
Breathlessness2.441.43 to 4.142.601.46 to 4.622.201.18 to 4.11
Wheezing2.371.39 to 4.042.021.15 to 3.561.670.92 to 3.03
  • Model 1 adjusted for presence of silicosis at baseline, duration of follow-up, duration of employment, age and current smoking status.

  • Model 2 adjusted as for model 1 plus history of bronchitis, asthma or pneumonia.