The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
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We provide a non-technical overview of what P-values are and what they are not. To determine how P-values ought to be used, reported, and interpreted, we must first clarify the often-overlooked differences between, and proper usages of, significance testing and hypothesis testing. ⋯ Common misinterpretations of P-values are explained. Confidence intervals provide essential information where P-values are deficient in doing so and they therefore play an essential role in reporting and interpreting study results.
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J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc · Nov 2003
Comparative StudyRisk factors for conversion to laparotomy during gynecologic laparoscopy.
To identify risk factors and short-term outcomes associated with conversion from laparoscopic surgery to laparotomy. ⋯ All women undergoing laparoscopy should be counseled that unintended laparotomy is a known risk and has additional morbidity over laparoscopy alone. Less-experienced surgeons attempting complicated procedures significantly increase the risk of conversion.