Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8619595 | Journal of Clinical Anesthesia | 2018 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
We found no overall association between epidural analgesia and reduced complications after colectomy. In open colectomies, however, epidural analgesia was associated with fewer cardiopulmonary complications and shorter hospitalization. This may inform analgesic choice when planning open colectomy.
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Authors
Kenneth C. MD, MS, FASA, Nicole M. MS, Kamal MD, MPH, Gregory S. MD, Linda C. MD, MS,