Abstract | BACKGROUND: METHODS: OI was instantly evaluated at the time of first ambulation in 175 patients taking opioid containing IPCA after open and laparoscopic subtotal gastrectomies. Patients were classified as having OI if they experienced dizziness, nausea/ vomiting, blurred vision, headache, somnolence and syncope. Factors contributing to OI were assessed with logistic regression analysis. RESULTS: Out of 175 patients, 61 (52.6%) male and 44 (74.6%) female patients experienced OI at the time of first ambulation. The frequency of OI related symptoms were dizziness (97, 55.4%), nausea (46, 26.3%), headache (9, 5.1%), blurred vision (3, 1.7%) and vomiting (2, 1.1%). Significant risk factors for OI were gender (P=0.002) and total amount of opioids administered (P=0.033). CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of OI is significantly higher in male than in female patients and is influenced by the opioid dose.
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Authors | Kwang Ok Park, Yoon Young Lee |
Journal | The Korean journal of pain
(Korean J Pain)
Vol. 26
Issue 3
Pg. 277-85
(Jul 2013)
ISSN: 2005-9159 [Print] Korea (South) |
PMID | 23862002
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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