| Variables | OT group n = 20 (%) | ET via ABS group n = 20 (%) | p-value |
| Hematoma |
|
|
|
| No | 20 (100) | 19 (95) | 1.000 |
| Yes | - | 1 (5) | |
| Vocal cord dysfunction |
|
|
|
| No | 20 (100) | 18 (90) | 0.487 |
| Yes | - | 2 (10)* | |
| Dysphagia |
|
|
|
| No | 20 (100) | 18 (90) | 0.487 |
| Yes | - | 2 (10) | |
| Prolonged subcutaneous emphysema |
|
|
|
| No | 20 (100) | 19 (95) | 1.000 |
| Yes | - | 1 (5) | |
| Infection |
|
|
|
| No | 20 (100) | 20 (100) | - |
| Yes | - | - | |
| Hypercarbia |
|
|
|
| No | - | 20 (100) | - |
| Yes | - | - |