Table 2. Mean Durations of Postoperative Analgesia (Hours) in the Three Groups.
| Group | No. | Mean Duration of Analgesia, hr | Standard deviation (SD) | Value of Test | P value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placebo | 65 | 2.06 | 0.13 | 120.5 | 0.0001 |
| Meperidine | 65 | 9.46 | 0.6 | 120.5 | 0.0001 |
| Fentanyl | 65 | 6.27 | 0.45 | 120.5 | 0.0001 |