Number (%) deaths of the study patients and median age (and range) at death of RA patients according to Carstairs group
| 1 and 2 | 3–5 | 6 and 7 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number (%) of deaths | 8 (36) | 57 (49) | 30 (61) | 95 |
| Age at death (y) | 76 (70–84) | 68 (48–86) | 65 (54–88) | 69 (48–88) |
Totals exclude those with missing deprivation category.