Age groups, follow-up periods and outcome by gender in 213 systemic lupus erythematosus patients
| Total | Male | Female | Ratio F:M | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 213 | 41 | 172 | 4.2:1 |
| Age group (years) | ||||
| ≤9 | 37 | 11 | 26 | 2.4:1 |
| >9–12 | 63 | 13 | 50 | 3.8:1 |
| >12–14 | 74 | 11 | 63 | 5.7:1 |
| >14–18 | 39 | 6 | 33 | 5.5:1 |
| Follow-up time | ||||
| Median (range) | 3.6 (0–21.4 years) | 2.2 (7 days to 19.4 years) | 3.9 (0–21.4 years) | |
| Outcome | ||||
| Alive | 109 | 19 | 90 | |
| Referred | 31 | 6 | 25 | |
| Lost to follow-up | 22 | 2 | 20 | |
| Deceased | 51 | 14 | 37 | |