Table 2.
Postoperative follow-up
| Accordion group (n = 23) | Double-breasted group (n = 19) | P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | |||
| Δ FVC (%) | 23 ± 6 | 26 ± 7 | 0.751 |
| Δ FEV1 (%) | 21 ± 7 | 23 ± 8 | 0.890 |
| mMRC dyspnea score | 0.8 ± 0.7 | 1.0 ± 0.5 | 0.495 |
| Δ caudal diaphragm shift (cm) | 6.3 ± 2.0 | 8.3 ± 2.7 | 0.041 |
| 24 months | |||
| Δ FVC (%) | 21 ± 6 | 22 ± 7 | 0.864 |
| Δ FEV1 (%) | 20 ± 7 | 22 ± 7 | 0.872 |
| mMRC dyspnea score | 1.2 ± 0.7 | 1.1 ± 0.7 | 0.662 |
| Δ caudal diaphragm shift (cm) | 4.1 ± 1.4 | 6.1 ± 1.3 | 0.0013 |
Δ: Compared to the preoperative values; FEV1: first second forced expiratory volume; FVC: forced vital capacity; mMRC: Modified Medical Research Council