Table 2 Intraprocedural and in-hospital data (Mean ± SD)
| Single tube (n = 28) | Trombone technique (n = 25) | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time of operation (min) | 31.1 ± 3 | 42 ± 4 | .06 |
| Amount of contrast (cc) | 26.5 ± 2.5 | 38.2 ± 3.4 | .05 |
| Fluoroscopy time (min) | 9.2 ± 1.4 | 15.2 ± 2 | .05 |
| Blood loss (cc) | 120 ± 13 | 152 ± 11 | .06 |
| Adjunctive procedure | 2/28 (7.1%) | 2/25 (8%) | .12 |
| Length of stay (days) | 3.2 ± 0.8 | 3.1 ± 0.5 | .25 |