Table 4 Confounder measurements
Confounder | Variables | How to measure |
|---|---|---|
Demographic characteristics | Age, sex, social status, family size, educational attainment, occupational history, income | Questionnaire |
Lifestyle | Smoking, alcohol | Questionnaire |
Genetic factor | Family history of diabetes/hypertension | Questionnaire |
Drugs | Different medications for diabetes and hypertension | Clinical record |