Significant odds ratios (OR) obtained from multivariate analyses of risk factors for syphilis seropositivity among women delivering at Pumwani Maternity Hospital
| Characteristic variable | OR | 95% CI | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 8 years of education | 2.3 | 1.3–4.1 | 0.007 |
| History of preterm delivery | 2.2 | 1.0–4.9 | 0.048 |
| ≤3 antenatal visits | 5.1 | 2.5–10.5 | <0.001 |
| Maternal HIV-1 infection | 3.3 | 1.6–6.8 | 0.001 |
| More than one sexual partner in past year | 6.0 | 2.8–13.0 | <0.001 |
| History of genital ulcer disease | 12.3 | 1.5–103.6 | 0.021 |