Table 3

Results of logistic regression analysis of entry variables predictive of HAQ score at entry and after one year

Dependent variable Predictors Coefficient (β) Standard error Odds ratio 95% CI Accuracy3-150
HAQ at entryConstant (β0)−6.891.55
DAS score0.970.262.641.59, 4.3774%
CRP level0.320.091.381.13, 1.67
HAQ at 1 yearConstant (β0)−1.120.58
HAQ score at entry1.090.342.981.52, 5.8673%
pain (VAS)0.020.011.021.00, 1.04
  • 3-150 Accuracy = correctly classified patients.