Between-group differences in secondary outcome measures
| Outcome | Treatment group | Test | Significance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control (n=78) | Test (n=82) | |||
| Radiographic non-union at 1 year (%) | 1 | 2 | Fisher's exact | 1.00 |
| Radiographic avascular necrosis at 1 year (%) | 1 | 2 | Fisher's exact | 1.00 |
| Length of index hospital stay (days) | 23 (10–41) | 15 (7–27) | Mann-Whitney | 0.03 |
| Mortality (%) | 23 | 20 | Fisher's exact | 0.61 |
Proportions are expressed as percentages; summary statistics as median and IQR.