Table 3

Prognostic factors. Analysis after adjustment for diffuse sclerosis

VariableLong rank
χ2 test3-150
p Value
FVC < 70%20.11<0.001
Interstitial pattern 14.96<0.001
Pericardial effusion10.720.001
Pulmonary hypertension9.800.002
Renal involvement22.52<0.001
  • 3-150 After adjustment for diffuse cutaneous sclerosis (1 degree of freedom).