Table 3. Predictors of Catether-Related Bladder Discomfort.
| Patient factors | Surgical factors | Anesthetic factors | Device and insertion technique factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male gender (A) (D); Age ≥ 50 years (C); Age < 50 years (D) (E); History of indwelling bladder catheters (B) (E); History of cesarean section (E) | Abdominal open surgery (B) (E); Uterus-related laparoscopic surgery (C); Obstetrical and gynecological surgery (D) | Lack of postoperative analgesics (C) | A urinary catheter size of ≥ 18 Fr (A) (E); Lack of lubrication of a catheter (E) |