Types of pattern switch within the mixed pattern group based on M-SLEDAI for the first three consecutive years
| Improvement | % (n) | Deterioration | % (n) |
|---|---|---|---|
| RR→LQ | 30.7% (159) | LQ→RR | 12.5 (65) |
| CA→LQ | 1.9% (10) | LQ→CA | 0.8% (4) |
| CA→RR | 9.7% (50) | RR→CA | 12.9% (67) |
| Total | 42.3% | Total | 26.2% |
CA, chronic active; LQ, long quiescent; RR, relapsing-remitting; M-SLEDAI, modified SLE Disease Activity Index.