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Comparison of operative factors between elective laparoscopic and open incisional hernia repair.
| Operative factor | Mean (IQR)/mean±SD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
| |||
| Open (n=86) | Laparoscopic (n=88) | ||
| Hernia size defect (cm2) | 61.6 (25-100) | 60.0 (23-110) | 0.576 |
|
| |||
| Operation time (min) | 116±61 | 139±65 | 0.790 |
|
| |||
| Blood loss (mL) | 50 (10-150) | 10 (10-100) | 0.030* |
*P<0.05 was considered as statistically significant. IQR: interquartile range, SD: standard deviation
