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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 21, 2005; 11(47): 7508-7511
Published online Dec 21, 2005. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i47.7508
Table 3 Comparison of postoperative outcomes (first 50 patients vs last 40 patients)
Operative time (min)Open conversionTransfusion requirementTime to first flatus (d)Hospital stay (d)Complication (patients)
First 50 patients251.3±47.3133.1±0.97.6±1.47
Last 40 patients197.0±27.7123.1±0.67.4±1.06