Outcome of patients with lupus nephritis diagnosed in different decades. Results are given as No (%) unless otherwise stated
| 1980–1989 (group I) | 1990–2000 (group II) | |
|---|---|---|
| Patients | 15 | 41 |
| Median (range) time of observation in months | 95 (9–225) | 24 (1–120) |
| Patient characteristics at last observation | ||
| Median (range) creatinine (μmol/l) | 100 (50–380) | 80 (60–1070) |
| Creatinine >110 μmol/l | 8 (53) | 10 (24) |
| Mortality | 1 (7) | 1 (2) |
| End stage renal failure | 6 (40) | – |
| Kidney transplantation | 3 (20) | – |