Table 5 Multiple logistic regression analysis of factors associated with early medical advice seeking for change in bowel habit
| Â | OR (95%CI) | p value |
|---|---|---|
Every increase in GP visits per year | .52 (.31, .88) | .014 |
Prompt for medical consultation | Â | Â |
‘Symptom didn’t go away’ | 5.75 (1.42, 23.24) | .014 |
Family history of CRC discussed with doctor | Â | Â |
Never discussed | 1 | Â |
Discussed/informed of ‘increased risk’ | 6.37 (1.04, 38.92) | .045 |
Discussed/not informed of increased ‘risk’ | 3.73 (.82, 16.97) | .089 |