Process optimisation: spinal versus general anaesthesia for endourological surgery. A randomised, controlled trial and machine-learning approach.

Journal: Anaesthesiology intensive therapy
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Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Data concerning anaesthesia for endourology are rare, and options for it are numerous. Thus, identifying the optimal anaesthesia regimen remains challenging. With this study we aimed to provide the means for selecting optimal anaesthesia for endourology procedures.

Authors

  • Kornel Skitek
    Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Jena University Hospital, Jena, Germany.
  • Gregor A Schittek
    Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Medical University Graz, Graz, Austria.
  • Jens Soukup
    Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care Medicine and Palliative Care Medicine, Medical University Lausitz - Carl Thiem, Cottbus, Germany.