Table 3
Multiple linear regression model of the factors associated with 3 year axial length change
| Regression coefficient (95% confidence interval) | p Value | |
|---|---|---|
| *Adjusted for all factors in the table and school. | ||
| Age (years) | ||
| 7 | ||
| 8 | −0.23 (−0.34 to −0.12) | <0.001 |
| 9 | −0.45 (−0.56 to −0.34) | <0.001 |
| Sex | ||
| Male | ||
| Female | 0.11 (0.02 to 0.20) | 0.012 |
| Race | ||
| Non-Chinese | ||
| Chinese | 0.04 (−0.07 to 0.16) | 0.47 |
| Parental myopia | ||
| No | ||
| Yes | 0.11 (0.01 to 0.21) | 0.027 |
| Books read per week | ||
| 2 or less | ||
| more than 2 | 0.01 (−0.08 to 0.10) | 0.80 |
