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Table 2 Yes/No Questions: Coronal placement

From: Improved access and visibility during stapling of the ultra-low rectum: a comparative human cadaver study between two curved staplers

Question

Stapler used

YES

NO

P Value

Was there interference of the pubic symphysis limiting placement of the device?

RR

2 (4%)

46

0.007

CC

13 (27%)

35

Did the instrument impede visibility?

RR

5 (10%)

43

0.0002

CC

23 (48%)

25

Was the whole rectum contained in the device after clamping?

RR

46 (96%)

2

NS

 

CC

46 (96%)

2