Intrathecal Morphine-Related Perioperative Hypothermia in Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery: A Retrospective Case-Control Study

The results refute the suggestion that intrathecal morphine contributes to greater core temperature decline in this population; however, it does confirm that perioperative hypothermia is a prevalent concern for women undergoing cesarean delivery and that pre-emptive measures should be routinely considered by health care providers.