Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2883978 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Satisfactory pain control was achieved after thoracotomy using either EPI or ICN-PCA. The ICN-PCA achieved equivalent pain control compared with EPI, and was placed by the surgeon with no delays in surgery, and demonstrated a decreased requirement for Foley catheter duration.
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Authors
James D. MD, Stephanie R. PhD, Erin A. MD, Miguel MD, Julie RN, BSN, Percival O. MD, Rodney J. MD, Lee A. RN, BSN, Hiran C. MD,