The Efficacy of Epidural Ketamine on Shivering during Transurethral Resection of the Prostate under Epidural Anesthesia

摘要

PurposeKetamine may decrease core-to-peripheral redistribution of heat through direct central sympathetic stimulation and inhibition of norepinephrine uptake into postganglionic sympathetic nerve endings. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of epidural ketamine in preventing shivering during transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) under epidural anesthesia.