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The operative cost difference per case in each group
| Costs per case | Bipolar RF | Monopolar RF |
|---|---|---|
| Instruments | £105 (€140) | £81 (€108) |
| OR cost/min | £800 ÷ 60 × 13 = £173 (€232) | £800 ÷ 60 × 21 = £280 (€375) |
| Total costs | 105 + 173 = £278 (€373) | 81 + 280 = £361 (€484) |
| Cost difference | −£83 (€111) | +£83 (€111) |
| % of cost saving | −23% | +23% |
| % of time saving | −38% | +38% |
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