Comparison of time variables between the two groups.
| Treatment group (n=60) | Control group (n=60) | T | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time for postoperative bowel sound occurrence (h) | 19.44±7.49 | 29.07±9.83 | -2.87 | 0.01** |
| Time of the first flatus (h) | 74.68±2.57 | 87.58±2.40 | -2.29 | 0.03* |
| Indwelling gastric tube (d) | 3.62±1.34 | 5.05±1.68 | -2.60 | 0.01** |
| Days of hospitalization after surgery (d) | 13.08±1.73 | 14.97±2.14 | -2.90 | 0.01** |
*P<0.05,** P<0.01