Table 5 Surgical outcomes of LDG performed by trainees, with preoperative evaluation of No. 6 LND difficulty
Variables | Difficulty (-) (n = 8) | Difficulty (+) (n = 10) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
Operative duration of #6 LND (min.) | 17.1 ± 13.1 | 16.7 ± 7.3 | 0.93 |
Minor bleeding (- / +) | 6 / 2 | 2 / 8 | 0.01 |
Drain amylase concentration 1 POD (IU/L) | 7690 ± 282 | 1053 ± 554 | 0.59 |
Drain amylase concentration 3 POD (IU/L) | 116 ± 55.5 | 1616 ± 1490 | 0.78 |
Postoperative pancreatic fistula | |||
Total (- / +) | 7 / 1 | 5 / 5 | 0.09 |
Grade (1 / 2, 3) | 0 / 1 | 3 / 2 | 0.67 |