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Table 2 Comparison of clinical datas in Groups A and B

From: Learning curve after rapid introduction of laparoscopic appendectomy: are there any risks in surgical resident participation?

 

A (n = 200)

B (n = 400)

p

Blood loss (ml)

55

45

0.664

Conversion rate (n, %)

18 (5.6 %)

21 (7,4 %)

0.321

Hospital stay (days)

   

 Non perforated appendicitis

2.34

2.13

0.812

 Perforated appendicitis

4.78

4.98

0.734

Negative appendectomy rate (NAR, %)

8.5 %

7,8 %

0.835

  1. A: residents, B: consultants
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World Journal of Emergency Surgery

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