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Characteristics of patients by catheterisation
| Characteristic | Catheter (n = 94) | No catheter (n = 88) |
|---|---|---|
| Mean age (SD), years | 69 (9.0) | 68 (11.1) |
| Sex, n (%) | ||
| Female | 42 (45%) | 65 (74%) |
| Male | 52 (55%) | 23 (26%) |
| Operation, n (%) | ||
| Hips | 43 (46%) | 46 (52%) |
| Knees | 51 (54%) | 41 (47%) |
| Previous catheter/genito-urinary intervention, n (%) | 29 (31%) | 16 (18%) |
| Analgesia | ||
| Epidural | 22 (24%) | 20 (23%) |
| Patient-controlled analgesia | 71 (76%) | 68 (77%) |
