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Comparison of preoperative patient baseline characteristics between the two groups
| Characteristic | Mini-subvastus approach | Medial parapatellar approach | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years)* | 67 ± 8 | 64 ± 7 | 0.630 |
| Sex ratio (female:male) | 3.5:1 | 3.5:1 | |
| BMI (kg/m²)* | 30 ± 6 | 31 ± 4 | 0.630 |
| Side (left/right) | 11/7 | 11/7 |
* Values are expressed as mean ± SD; the remaining values are expressed as number of patients.
