Table 4. Statistical results of blood loss and operative time among open thoracotomy, VATS and conversion group.
| Surgical approach | Blood loss (mL) | P value | Operative time (min) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open thoracotomy | 240.43±144.36 | <0.01 | 208.05±61.97 | <0.01 |
| VATS | 214.34±151.85 | 193.24±72.64 | ||
| Open thoracotomy | 240.43±144.36 | <0.01 | 208.05±61.97 | <0.01 |
| Conversion | 610.00±492.02 | 266.00±80.30 | ||
| VATS | 214.34±151.85 | <0.01 | 193.24±72.64 | <0.01 |
| Conversion | 610.00±492.02 | 266.00±80.30 |
VATS, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery; LUL, left upper lobe; LLL, left lower lobe; RUL, right upper lobe; RML, right middle lobe; RLL, right lower lobe.