Baseline characteristics of experimental (EG) and control (CG) patients with early RA
| Variable | EG (n = 31) | CG (n = 31) |
|---|---|---|
| Male:female | 13:18 | 11: 20 |
| Age (years), mean (SD) | 49 (10) | 49 (11) |
| Body weight (kg), mean (SD) | 74 (14) | 72 (11) |
| Body height (cm), mean (SD) | 169 (8) | 167 (9) |
| Duration of symptoms (months), mean (SD) | 10 (10) | 8 (12) |
| Rheumatoid factor positive (n) | 19 | 19 |
| Active smokers (n) | 8 | 2 |