TABLE 2.
Traction-Related Measurements by Sexa
| All Patients (N = 45) | Male Patients (n = 16) | Female Patients (n = 29) | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum traction force, lb | 129.0 ± 32.0 (55-175) | 149.1 ± 22.3 (100-175) | 119.6 ± 32.7 (55-170) | .0025 |
| Mean traction force, lb | 109.6 ± 32.6 (42-165) | 131.8 ± 25.1 (86-165) | 97.3 ± 29.9 (42-162) | .0003 |
| Duration of traction, min | 100.2 ± 32.0 (40-203) | 113.0 ± 40.8 (40-203) | 92.5 ± 23.5 (50-130) | .0375 |
| Impulse, lb·min | 11,142.0 ± 4749.7 (3067-25,575) | 15,011.9 ± 4498.3 (7883-25,575) | 9007.6 ± 3366.8 (3067-15,048) | <.0001 |
aData are shown as mean ± SD (range). Bolded values indicate statistical significance (P < .05).