Table 1 Comparison of sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value and negative predictive value for the screening tool
From: Developing and pilot testing an oral health screening tool for diabetes care providers
| Â | 3-Item oral health screening tool | Item 1 (Dental problems) | Item 2 (Dental attendance) | Item 3 (Smoking) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Â | % (95% CI) | % (95% CI) | % (95% CI) | % (95% CI) |
Sensitivity | 90.5 (84.9—94.7) | 79.6 (72.3—85.7) | 40.9 (32.9—49.2) | 18.2 (12.4—25.3) |
Specificity | 46.3 (37.7—55.2) | 76.4 (68.4—83.3) | 66.7 (58.1—74.6) | 90.2 (84.2—94.7) |
Positive predictive value | 65.3 (58.3—71.8) | 79 (71.7—85.2) | 57.7 (47.8—67.3) | 92.3 (51.7—81.1) |
Negative predictive value | 81.4 (71.3—89.3) | 77 (69.1—83.9) | 50.3 (42.7—57.9) | 49.8 (43.2—56.3) |