Table 4 Results of parameters additionally examined with numerical rating scale (NRS). NRS scores 1–3 correspond to mild, scores of 4–6 to moderate and scores ≥7 to severe symptoms. Values are expressed as the number of patients or as the total number in percent
Parameter NRS Score | DL (n 31) | GVL (n 34) | U-test (p-Value) |
|---|---|---|---|
Sore throat n (mild/ moderate/ severe) (total in %) | 7/2/0 (29%) | 6/3/1 (29%) | 0,430 |
Dysphagia n (mild/ moderate/ severe) (total in %) | 4/3/0 (23%) | 6/3/2 (32%) | 0,289 |
Cough n (mild/ moderate/ severe) (total in %) | 9/3/1(42%) | 10/3/1 (41%) | 0,782 |
Hoarseness n (mild/ moderate/ severe) (total in %) | 7/5/0 (39%) | 4/6/1 (32%) | 0,477 |