Table 3 Comparison of postoperative course between the two groups
Variables | Mean ± SD Control (n = 30) | Mean ± SD Trial (n = 30) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
Time to first flatus (days) | 2.8 ± 1.0 | 2.7 ± 1.2 | 0.731 |
Time to first stool (days) | 4.8 ± 1.7 | 4.6 ± 1.8 | 0.668 |
Time from surgery to study endpoint (days) | 20.4 ± 9.3 | 15.9 ± 7.7 | 0.046 |