Characteristics of both groups
| Variables | Groups | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (n=30) | Acetate (n=28) | ||
| Median gestation (range) (weeks) | 27 (24-31) | 28 (24-31) | |
| Median weight (g) (range) | 1060 (660-1690) | 1010 (660-1670) | |
| Number needing assisted ventilation | 29 | 28 | |
| Number dying | 2 | 4 | |
| Day of death | 3,7 | 2,3,6,9 | |
| Number transferred out before end of trial | 2 | 3 | |
| Day of transfer | 5,7 | 4,4,4 | |