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Table 3 Thickness of coagulated layer in surface in half-grip, conventional technique, and ultrasonically activated device groups

From: Efficacy of a half-grip technique using a fine tip LigaSure™, Dolphin Tip Sealer/Divider, on liver dissection in swine model

Thickness (mm)

A

B

C

p

Maximum

1.47 ± 0.294

0.92 ± 0.264

0.95 ± 0.493

<0.05

Medium

0.48 ± 0.407

0.26 ± 0.111

0.29 ± 0.156

<0.05

Minimum

0.30 ± 0.435

0.04 ± 0.027

0.10 ± 0.059

<0.05

  1. A half-grip technique group, B conventional technique group, C ultrasonically activated device group