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Percentage of women in each category of weight change during the peri-RA or peri-index period.
| RA cohort (n=902) | Comparison cohort (n=7,884) | |
|---|---|---|
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| Severe Loss (>30 lb) | 3.0% | 1.6% |
| Moderate Loss (>20–30 lb) | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Mild Loss (>10–20 lb) | 9.7% | 6.7% |
| Stable (±10 lb) | 64.3% | 69.1% |
| Mild Gain (>10–20 lb) | 12.3% | 14.1% |
| Moderate Gain (>20–30 lb) | 5.2% | 4.1% |
| Severe Gain (>30 lb) | 2.4% | 2.3% |
RA, rheumatoid arthritis.
