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Number of MS Events and the Hazard Ratio of MS for the Matched SCI and Non-SCI Groups
| Variable | SCI group (n=11,913) | Non-SCI group (n=59,565) |
|---|---|---|
| MS events, n | 5 | 4 |
| Risk per 100,000 person-years (95% CI) | 17.60 (5.71 to 41.0) | 2.82 (0.77 to 7.22) |
| Hazard ratio (95% CI) | 8.33 (1.99 to 34.87)* | 1.00 |
p=0.0037.
MS, multiple sclerosis; SCI, spinal cord injury
