Profile of patients (medians (interquartile range))
| RR | SP | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of patients | 20 | 20 |
| Female : Male | 14 : 6 | 13 : 7 |
| Age | 32 (26-39)* | 40 (34-46) |
| Disease duration | 4 (3-7)** | 11 (7-16) |
| Relapse rate in 2 y | 3 (3-5)** | 1 (0-2) |
| EDSS | 2.0 (1.0-2.5)** | 6.0 (5.0-6.0) |
| AI | 1 (0-1)** | 4 (3-4) |
| SNRS | 94 (87-98)** | 72 (63-74) |
EDSS=Expanded disability status scale; AI=ambulation index; SNRS=Scripps neurologic rating scale; All comparisons significant (* p 0.01; ** p<0.001).