Comparison 4. Percutaneous insertion versus open surgery.
Outcome or subgroup title | No. of studies | No. of participants | Statistical method | Effect size |
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1 Exit‐site/tunnel infection | 2 | 96 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Random, 95% CI) | 0.16 [0.02, 1.30] |
2 Catheter removal or replacement | 1 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Random, 95% CI) | Totals not selected | |
3 Postoperative bleed (haematoma or haemoperitoneum) | 2 | 96 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Random, 95% CI) | 0.22 [0.04, 1.26] |