Association between levels of cartilage oligomeric matrix protein (COMP) and disease activity variables in JIA patients (Spearman correlation coefficient).
| Variable | Correlation Coefficient vs COMP | p |
|---|---|---|
| CRP | −0.29 | 0.01 |
| Physician global assessment, VAS | −0.08 | NS |
| Patient global assessment, VAS | −0.03 | NS |
| CHAQ | −0.12 | NS |
| Joint score | 0.02 | NS |
| Thrombocyte count | −0.28 | 0.02 |
VAS: visual analog scale 100 mm; CRP: C-reactive protein; CHAQ: Childhood Health Assessment Questionnaire.