Baseline characteristics of the study population
| Characteristics | n (%) | Mean±SD | Min-Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | |||
| 18-30 | 24 (40) | 32.55 (6.78) | 18-45 |
| 31-45 | 36 (60) | ||
| Sex | |||
| Female | 49 (81.7) | ||
| Male | 11 (18.3) | ||
| Disease duration (years) | |||
| 1-7 | 33 (55) | 7 (3.45) | 1-14 |
| 8-14 | 27 (45) | ||
| Annualized relapse rate | |||
| 1-4 | 57 (95) | 1.8 (1.35) | 1-8 |
| 5-8 | 3 (5) | ||
| EDSS | |||
| 0-3 | 30 (50) | 3.3 (1.11) | 1.5-6 |
| 3.5-6 | 30 (50) | ||
EDSS - expanded disability status scale