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Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Anesthesiology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Postoperative urinary retention (PUR) is a common complication after hysterectomy.
  • Risk factors for PUR require further elucidation to improve patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify risk factors for postoperative urinary retention (PUR) following hysterectomy.
  • To investigate the association between postoperative analgesic use and PUR.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study design was employed.
  • Cases of PUR were identified from billing data and confirmed by recatheterization.
  • Controls were matched 3:1 by age and surgery date; chart review extracted relevant data, including cumulative narcotic doses converted to morphine equivalents.

Main Results:

  • Higher body mass index, preoperative tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) use, and preoperative urinary retention were more prevalent in PUR cases.
  • Cases received significantly higher cumulative postoperative narcotic doses compared to controls.
  • Multivariate analysis identified preoperative TCA use and cumulative narcotic dose as significant predictors of PUR.

Conclusions:

  • Increased postoperative narcotic administration is a significant risk factor for PUR after hysterectomy.
  • Preoperative use of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and existing urinary retention are associated with a higher risk of developing PUR.
  • These findings highlight key factors for risk stratification and potential prevention strategies for PUR.