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. 2019 May 31;2019(5):CD004680. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD004680.pub3

Comparison 4. Percutaneous insertion versus open surgery.

Outcome or subgroup title No. of studies No. of participants Statistical method Effect size
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]