Table 3

Multivariable logistic regression models

Model based on factorsModel based on factors without shoulder tenderness plus presence of RF/ACPAModel based on factors plus presence of RF/ACPA and MHAQ
CriterionOdds ratio (95% CI)p ValueOdds ratio (95% CI)p ValueOdds ratio (95% CI)p Value
Hip pain or limited hip range of motion2.7 (1.5 to 4.8)0.0012.1 (1.1 to 4.0)0.0191.6 (0.8 to 3.2)0.16
Other joint pain0.4 (0.2 to 0.6)<0.0010.4 (0.2 to 0.7)0.0020.3 (0.1 to 0.6)<0.001
Morning stiffness >45 min duration5.2 (2.9 to 9.4)<0.0016.2 (3.2 to 11.8)<0.0014.8 (2.4 to 9.6)<0.001
Shoulder tenderness0.9 (0.5 to 1.8)0.80
Presence of RF or ACPA0.3 (0.1 to 0.8)0.0090.3 (0.1 to 0.8)0.013
MHAQ, per 1 unit increase2.4 (1.4 to 4.2)0.002
Likelihood ratio test for additional termsp<0.001p<0.001
c-Statistic79%81%81%
  • ACPA, anticitrullinated protein antibody; MHAQ, modified health assessment questionnaire; RF, rheumatoid factor.