The association of LLDAS duration with flares, need for immunosuppressive treatment and damage accrual, during follow-up
| Linear regression (independent variable: total duration of LLDAS) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Outcome | Coefficient | 95% CI | p Value |
| Change in SDI | −0.06 | −0.18 to 0.07 | 0.370 |
| Total number of immunosuppressants used during study | −0.17 | −0.26 to −0.09 | <0.0001 |
| Increase in the number of flares during follow-up | −0.38 | −0.70 to 0.07 | 0.018 |
LLDAS, Lupus Low Disease Activity State; SDI, Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics Damage Index.