Table 5.
Comparison of inflammatory markers in two groups
| Factor and time | FTS group (n = 128) | Conventional group (n = 132) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL-6 (ng/L) | |||
| Before surgery | 53.83 ± 21.66 | 55.73 ± 20.37 | 0.585 |
| POD1 | 121.74 ± 22.57 | 138.77 ± 21.53* | 0.000 |
| POD3 | 142.37 ± 25.09 | 154.90 ± 24.33* | 0.035 |
| POD7 | 116.70 ± 22.39 | 122.79 ± 25.64 | 0.412 |
| CRP (μg/L) | |||
| Before surgery | 4.97 ± 1.33 | 4.85 ± 1.43 | 1.000 |
| POD1 | 65.57 ± 13.37 | 74.61 ± 14.71* | 0.034 |
| POD3 | 136.79 ± 23.34 | 155.38 ± 28.75* | 0.012 |
| POD7 | 51.83 ± 17.66 | 62.36 ± 18.37* | 0.042 |
Variables were expressed as the mean ± SD
* P <0.05