Time-dependent statin exposure during prednisone course in 103 patients with incident giant cell arteritis.
| Statin Exposure from Index Date | Maintenance on Low Prednisone Dose, n (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | No | |
| No exposure | 54 (52.4) | 20 (19.4) |
| 1 to 12 mos | 9 (8.7) | 0 |
| 12 to 20 mos | 8 (7.8) | 1 (0.97) |
| > 20 mos | 10 (9.7) | 1 (0.97) |
Maintenance on low prednisone dose: < 5 mg/d for at least 6 months.