Articles: analgesia.
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Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol · Feb 1999
A survey of parturients using epidural analgesia during labour. Considerations relevant to antenatal educators.
The use of epidural analgesia (EA) during labour is increasing in Australasia. This highlights the need for improved educational and resource materials, current factual information about EA, and identification of consumer attitudes towards EA. In this survey, 350 parturients who had recently used EA for labour pain relief in a single maternity unit were asked to complete a questionnaire about their expectations and experience. ⋯ Anticipated pain during epidural placement was significantly greater than that experienced. Satisfaction with EA was high, although 36% described unpleasant or annoying effects associated with EA. Parent educators and epidural service providers should be aided by knowledge of where parturients obtain information and of consumer views about EA.
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Comment Letter Comparative Study
Comparison of intrathecal morphine and continuous femoral 3-in-1 block for pain after major knee surgery under spinal anaesthesia.
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Letter Case Reports
Aspiration of CSF followed by epidural blockade in labour.