Influence of Epidural Mixture and Surgery on Bladder Function after Open Renal Surgery

Patrick Y. Wuethrich, Tobias Metzger, Livio Mordasini, Thomas M. Kessler, Michele Curatolo, Fiona C. Burkhard

Anesthesiology · 2012 · 18 citations · 22 references

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Abstract

Thoracic epidurally administrated bupivacaine resulted in clinically relevant PVRs based on impaired detrusor function. The addition of fentanyl enhanced this effect without generating greater PVRs. After surgery, the voiding phase was not further impaired; however, bladder compliance was decreased.

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