Table 3

Hazard ratios (HR) from univariate analysis of risk factors affecting the restriction period for pig farms infected with Salmonella Cubana. Only significant variables (p < 0.10) included. (HR>1 = shorter restriction period, HR<1 = longer restriction period).


HR
P-value

No. of pos. samples
0.3
0.00
≰3 pos. samples at one occasion
3.9
0.00



Empty stable unit
0.5
0.07
Uncomplicated C & D*; feed systems
1.8
0.08
Uncomplicated C & D*; stables
3.7
0.07



Hygiene level: high
3.8
0.07
Farmers' motivation: middle
3.9
0.04
Farmers' motivation: high
2.6
0.07
External factors
0.52
0.06

* C & D = cleaning and disinfection

Österberg et al. Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica 2006 47:13   doi:10.1186/1751-0147-47-13