Table 2.
Results of seroma and drainage volume in 24 patients with seroma after breast reconstruction
| Items | LD group (n = 13) | LD + implant group (n = 11) | t | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration of seroma (weeks), mean ± SD | 6.9 ± 1.7 | 6.6 ± 0.9 | 0.670 | 0.510 |
| Seroma cases requiring aspiration, n | 2 | 1 | ||
| Total volume back drains (ml), mean ± SD | 524 ± 109 | 324 ± 116 | 4.158 | <0.001 |
| Total volume all drains (ml), mean ± SD | 659 ± 170 | 462 ± 153 | 2.823 | 0.010 |
| Time to drain removal (days), mean ± SD | 8.2 ± 1.4 | 6.6 ± 1.1 | 3.007 | 0.006 |
LD: Latissimus dorsi; SD: Standard deviation.