Table 5

 Multivariable logistic regression models for associations between recurrent trichiasis and various factors, adjusting for the correlation between eyes in bilateral cases by generalised estimating equations

Variable1+ Lashes5+ Lashes
OR95% CIp ValueOR95% CIp Value
Age (years)
    <5011
    50–591.190.42 to 3.410.7361.370.41 to 4.500.607
    60–691.000.35 to 2.840.9971.480.45 to 4.880.521
    70+1.440.57 to 3.640.4342.140.74 to 6.180.128
Sex (female)0.630.28 to 1.430.2670.450.19 to 1.040.064
Conjunctival inflammation2.061.03 to 4.120.0402.851.33 to 6.140.007
Bacterial infection2.511.04 to 6.070.0412.421.08 to 5.420.032