Table 2 Joints involvement and pattern in the study groups
Outcome variables (n, %) | Group I (n = 20) | Group 1I (n = 20) | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Arthritis pattern | Symmetrical polyarthritis | 13 (65) | 12 (60) | 0.74 |
Oligo- or mono-arthritis | 7 (35) | 8 (40) | ||
Ankle involvement | 16 (80) | 16 (80) | 1.00 | |
Knee involvement | 7 (35) | 6 (30) | 0.74 | |
Hip involvement | 8 (40) | 7 (35) | 0.75 | |
Wrist involvement | 12 (60) | 14 (70) | 0.51 | |
Elbow involvement | 8 (40) | 8 (40) | 1.00 | |
Shoulder involvement | 10 (50) | 8 (40) | 0.52 | |
MCP involvement | 14 (70) | 14 (70) | 1.00 | |
PIP involvement | 13 (65) | 14 (70) | 0.74 | |