Length and Periods of Distraction Osteogenesis: Comparisons Among Groups A–C
| Parameter | Group A | Group B | Group C | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age (y) | 18 ± 11 | 28 ± 23 | 29 ± 20 | NS |
| Length (cm) | 8.2 ± 2.8 | 5.8 ± 1.1 | 4.9 ± 3.5 | NS |
| Waiting period (d) | 10.2 ± 3.0 | 8.3 ± 3.8 | 8.5 ± 4.0 | NS |
| Distraction (d) | 132 ± 93 | 94 ± 30 | 90 ± 92 | NS |
| Consolidation (d) | 166 ± 99 | 140 ± 76 | 150 ± 143 | NS |
| Total duration (d) | 299 ± 118 | 234 ± 65 | 240 ± 167 | NS |
NS = not statistically significant.