Table 4.
Comparison of groups for VAS scores of dryness and obstruction.
| Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 | Group 4 | p | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dryness 7th day | 5 (2–10) | 7 (3–10) | 8 (1–10) | 8.5 (7–10) | 0.019b; <0.001c |
| Dryness 15th day | 6 (2–9) | 5 (2–10) | 8 (2–10) | 8.5 (5–10) | 0.001b; 0.005a |
| Obstruction 7th day | 5 (0–8) | 6 (2–10) | 5.5 (2–10) | 8 (5–10) | 0.049a; <0.001c |
| Obstruction 15th day | 5.5 (2–9) | 6 (1–10) | 6 (2–10) | 9 (5–10) | <0.001c |
a
Difference in group 2 with groups 1 and 3.
b
Difference in group 1 and group 3.
c
Differences in group 4 with others.
Statistical significance: set as p < 0.05.