Demographic characteristics and basal immunological tests at baseline
| Characteristic | Cy (n = 19) | MP (n = 13) |
|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 33 (17–48) | 26 (19–44) |
| Disease evolution (years) | 4.2 (.11–16) | 2.5 (.0–12) |
| Mean number of ACR criteria | 6 | 6 |
| C3 (g/l) | 0.4 (0.3) | 0.5 (0.3) |
| C4 (g/l) | 0.1 (0.1) | 0.2 (0.08) |
| CSF proteins (g/l) | 0.29 (0.13) | 0.28 (0.15) |
| CSF Glucose (mmol/l) | 3.6 (1.6) | 3.6 (1.4) |
| Basal prednisone dose (mg/day) | 45 (15–60) | 45 (15–60) |