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| Variable | TEA (n=27) | On-Q (n=41) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pneumonia, No. (%) | 1 (3.7) | 1 (2.4) | 0.76 |
| Pleural effusion requiring thoracentesis, No. (%) | 0 | 3 (7.3) | 0.15 |
| Pneumothorax requiring chest tube, No. (%) | 1 (3.7) | 0 | 0.21 |
| Urinary tract infection, No. (%) | 0 | 2 (4.9) | 0.24 |
| Urinary retention requiring catheter placement, No. (%) | 2 (7.4) | 5 (12.2) | 0.52 |
On-Q, On-Q pain relief system; TEA, thoracic epidural analgesia.
