Table 2. Subtypes of cardiovascular involvement, n (%).
| Manifestation | Control (n = 436) | CTD (n = 436) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular involvement | 102 (23.4) | 282 (64.7) | < 0.001 |
| Arrhythmia | 44 (10.1) | 104 (23.9) | < 0.001 |
| Myocardial function limitation | 57 (13.1) | 184 (42.4) | < 0.001 |
| Pericardial disease | 9 (2.1) | 54 (12.4) | < 0.001 |
| Pulmonary arterial hypertension | 10 (2.3) | 66 (15.1) | < 0.001 |
| Valvular disease | 56 (12.8) | 110 (25.2) | < 0.001 |
| Coronary artery calcium | 29 (6.7) | 35 (8.0) | 0.442 |
| Myocardial ischemia | 35 (8.0) | 77 (17.7) | < 0.001 |
CTD: connective tissue disease.