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World J Gastroenterol. Aug 28, 2006; 12(32): 5196-5200
Published online Aug 28, 2006. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v12.i32.5196
Table 4 Univariate model for increased risk of ALT twice the upper normal limit value
VariableOR (95% CI)
Smoking (n = 319)0.88 (0.26-2.96)
Smoking > 10 pack/yr (n = 152)1Not calculated3
Smoking > 10 pack/yr (n = 137)20.43 (0.05-3.39)
Smoking > 20 pack/yr (n = 77)1Not calculated3
Smoking > 20 pack/yr (n = 64)2Not calculated3