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Table 3 Chi Squared approximation for difference in volume of collection based on size on D7

From: Is the routine drainage after surgery for thyroid necessary? - A prospective randomized clinical study [ISRCTN63623153]

Amount of fluid

Drain group

Non drain group

 

<4 cm

>4 cm

< 4 cm

>4 cm

Mean

0.956 ml

1.956 ml

1.388 ml

1.244 ml

Total number of patients

37

14

34

17

  1. P = 0.0712 (ns)