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Ecchymosis
| Ecchymosis (cm2) | Electrocautery | Scalpel | Mean Difference (95% CI) | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 3 | 5.1 ± 2.27 | 6.77 ± 3.17 | −1.67 (−2.27 to −1.08) | <0001* |
| Day 7 | 3.44 ± 2.5 | 4.94 ± 3.47 | −1.49 (−2.13 to −0.86) | <0001* |
| Day 30 | 0 ± 0 | 0 ± 0 | 0 | NA |
Repeated analysis of variance test.
*Indicates statistical significance.
