Abstract:Objective: The introduction of epidural anesthesia in the first postoperative days has shown in previous studies not only better pain relief but also lower postoperative metabolism and inflammation in these patients. It has certainly not been possible to establish the mechanisms behind this.Methods: 14 patients with epidural anesthesia were compared with 6 patients without epidural anesthesia after major gastrointestinal surgery. Metabolic microdialysis measurements were used subcutaneously and intraperitoneal… Show more
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