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Duramorph Versus Traditional Spinal Anesthesia. J. Ornelas, and R. Casanova. Background. Previous Retrospective investigation of cost effectiveness Confounders Patient satisfaction Nursing satisfaction Recovery time. Objective. Hypothesis.
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Duramorph Versus Traditional Spinal Anesthesia J. Ornelas, and R. Casanova
Background • Previous Retrospective investigation of cost effectiveness • Confounders • Patient satisfaction • Nursing satisfaction • Recovery time
Objective Hypothesis To evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of Duramorph compared to traditional spinal anesthesia for cesarean section. Duramorph is likely to be preferred by patients without greatly increasing hospital costs.
Method • Prospective • Randomized • Scheduled C-sections • Transverse skin incisions • Short Survey prior to discharge • Evaluate cost • Compare with a t-test cost and satisfaction