The association between caudal anesthesia and increased risk of postoperative surgical complications in boys undergoing hypospadias repair

ConclusionsIn our experience, caudal anesthesia was associated with an over 13‐fold increase in the odds of developing postoperative surgical complications in boys undergoing hypospadias repair even after adjusting for urethral meatus location. Until further investigation occurs, clinicians should carefully consider the use of caudal anesthesia for children undergoing hypospadias repair.
Source: Pediatric Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Research Report Source Type: research