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Mechanical testing for the three treatment groups on the 14th postoperative day *
| Ultimate load (N) | Deformation (mm) | Stiffness (N/mm) | Maximum tension (PA) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saline | 4·93 ± 1·06 | 8·25 ± 1·39 | 0·49 ± 0·061 | 637 265 ± 142 957 |
| Ropivacaine | 3·89 ± 0·77 | 6·96 ± 1·33 | 0·44 ± 0·060 | 562 308 ± 146 010 |
| Bupivacaine | 4·21 ± 0·51 | 6·94 ± 0·59 | 0·47 ± 0·65 | 524 019 ± 105 406 |
*There were no statistically significant differences among the three treatment groups (mean values ±SD).
